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1,2,3-Trichloropropane

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Synonyms & Trade Names
Allyl trichloride, Glycerol trichlorohydrin, Glyceryl trichlorohydrin, Trichlorohydrin
CAS No.
96-18-4
RTECS No.
TZ9275000
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
CH₂ClCHClCH₂Cl
Conversion
1 ppm = 6.03 mg/m3
IDLH
Ca [100 ppm]
See: 96184
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
Ca TWA 10 ppm (60 mg/m3) [skin] See Appendix A
OSHA PEL
TWA 50 ppm (300 mg/m3) See Appendix G
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1003;
OSHA 7
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor.
Molecular Weight
147.4
Boiling Point
314°F
Freezing Point
6°F
Solubility
0.1%
Vapor Pressure
3 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
1.39
Flash Point
160°F
Upper Explosive Limit
(302°F): 12.6%
Lower Explosive Limit
(248°F): 3.2%
Class IIIA Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 140°F and below 200°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Chemically-active metals, strong caustics & oxidizers
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, nose, throat; central nervous system depression; In Animals: liver, kidney injury; [potential occupational carcinogen]
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidneys
Cancer Site
[in animals: forestomach, liver & mammary gland cancer]
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

NIOSH

At concentrations above the NIOSH REL, or where there is no REL, at any detectable concentration:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus

Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 0683   MEDICAL TESTS: 0238
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health