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SODIUM DICHLOROISOCYANURATE

ICSC: 0437

Dichloro-s-triazine-2,4,6-trione; sodium salt
C3Cl2N3O3•Na
Molecular mass: 220.96
ICSC # 0437 		CAS # 2893-78-9
RTECS # XZ1900000
UN # 2465
EC # 613-030-00-X
March 27, 1996 Validated

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE

ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS

PREVENTION

FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING

FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO contact with flammable substances. NO contact with strong reducing agents, strong bases, ammonia, urea, water.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water in large amounts, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with strong reducing agents, strong bases, ammonia, urea, water.

In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!

•INHALATION Cough. Sore throat.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest.
•SKIN Redness. Skin burns. Pain.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
•EYES Redness. Pain. Loss of vision. Severe deep burns.
Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
•INGESTION Burning sensation. Sore throat.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into dry containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Separated from food and feedstuffs . See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed.
Airtight. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
O symbol
Xn symbol
N symbol
R: 8-22-31-36/37-50/53
S: 2-8-26-41-60-61
UN Hazard Class: 5.1
UN Packing Group: II
ICSC: 0437 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

SODIUM DICHLOROISOCYANURATE

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER , WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating, on contact with water, producing toxic fumes including chlorine . The substance is a strong oxidant and reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. Reacts violently with many substances, causing fire and explosion hazard.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of dust and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Decomposes below melting point at 230°C
Relative density (water = 1): >1
Solubility in water, g/100 ml: 25

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

This substance may be hazardous in the environment; special attention should be given to water quality.

N O T E S

Also consult ICSC 0126 Chlorine. Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections EU classification, Emergency Response.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-51GO2-I+II+III

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 0437 SODIUM DICHLOROISOCYANURATE
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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