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Perthane safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Perthane. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.
CAS 72-56-0Formula C18H20Cl2

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

GHS classification

Pictograms, signal word and hazard classes of the GHS classification

GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment
Signal word
Warning

Hazard classes and categories

  • Aquatic Acute 1
  • Aquatic Chronic 1

Hazard statements

H codes grouped by type. Percentages show the share of classification notifications that report the statement

Environmental hazards

  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

  • P273Avoid release to the environment.

Response

  • P391Collect spillage.

Disposal

  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

First aid

General first aid measures. Get medical advice if you feel unwell

If inhaled
IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area, take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used, if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.
Skin contact
IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.
Eye contact
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.
If swallowed
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital.

Handling, storage and disposal

Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade

Safe handling

Personnel protection:... Wear appropriate chemical protective gloves, boots and goggles..... /Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, Organochlorine pesticide, solid, toxic/

Exposure limits and toxicity

Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data

SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound may include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, skin rash, and rarely, marked thrombocytopenia and leucopenia. Other symptoms may include depression of function of the adrenal cortex, tremors, and convulsions. Ingestion of a closely related compound causes severe vomiting, weakness, numbness of the extremities, marked apprehension and excitement, diarrhea, twitching of the eyelids, and muscular tremors, first of the head and neck and then more distally, involving the extremities in severe clonic convulsions. ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: This compound can be absorbed through the skin. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of chloride ion.

Transport information

UN dangerous goods classification for road, sea and air

UN number
UN 2761

Shipping rules depend on mode, quantity and packaging. Confirm the classification with the supplier SDS and your freight forwarder.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

No supplier has uploaded an SDS for Perthane yet. Suppliers usually send one with their quote. Request quotes

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Perthane safely

Is Perthane hazardous?

Perthane carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: very toxic to aquatic life, very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Perthane?

The GHS classification of Perthane shows 1 pictogram: GHS09 (hazardous to the environment).

What is the UN number of Perthane?

Perthane is transported under UN 2761. Check the supplier SDS and the current ADR, IMDG or IATA rules before shipping.

Where can I get the SDS for Perthane?

Ask the supplier for the safety data sheet of the exact grade you buy. Suppliers on CompoundList can attach their SDS to listings and send it with a quote. This page is a GHS classification summary, not an SDS.

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