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Material Safety Data Sheet

Cyanuric Chloride MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Cyanuric Chloride

Contact Information:
Sciencelab.com, Inc.
14025 Smith Rd.
Houston, Texas 77396

Catalog Codes: SLC3154

CAS#: 108-77-0

US Sales: 1-800-901-7247
International Sales: 1-281-441-4400

RTECS: XZ1400000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cyanuric Chloride

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Synonym: 2, 4, 6-Trichloro-1, 3, 5-triazine

Chemical Name: Cyanuric Chloride

CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:

1-800-424-9300

Chemical Formula: C3Cl3N3

International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887

For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:
Name

CAS #

% by Weight

Cyanuric Chloride

108-77-0

100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Cyanuric Chloride: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 485 mg/kg [Rat]. 350 mg/kg [Mouse]. DUST
(LC50): Acute: 2.7 ppm 4 hour(s) [Mouse].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects:
Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive),
of eye contact (corrosive). Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant, lung corrosive). The amount of tissue damage
depends on length of contact. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness. Skin contact can produce inflammation
and blistering. Severe over-exposure can produce lung damage, choking, unconsciousness or death. Inflammation of the
eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or,
occasionally, blistering.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung
irritant). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not
available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to blood, the nervous system, liver, brain,
bones, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local
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skin destruction, or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of dust can produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage.
Repeated exposure to an highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many
human organs. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dust may lead to chronic respiratory irritation.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:
If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protecting
your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's exposed skin, such
as the hands : Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly
careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing
before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate medical
attention.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If
breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It may
be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or
corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that
the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,
tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in
presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

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Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill:
Corrosive solid. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to
reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for
assistance on disposal.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:
Keep locked up Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a
fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe
dust. Never add water to this product If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes Keep away from incompatibles such as moisture.
Storage:
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Corrosive materials should be stored in a
separate safety storage cabinet or room.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Synthetic apron. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this
product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid.
Odor: Strong.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 184.41 g/mole
Color: Colorless
pH (1% soln/water): <7 [Neutral.]
Boiling Point: 194C (381.2F)
Melting Point: 150C (302F)
Critical Temperature: 147.7C (297.9F)
Specific Gravity: 1.32 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: 6.3 (Air = 1)
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Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether, acetone.
Solubility:
Soluble in diethyl ether, acetone. Partially soluble in methanol. Insoluble in cold water.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Highly reactive with moisture.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Readily hydrolyzed by moisture, with the liberation of hydrochloric acid.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: No.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE. Acute oral
toxicity (LD50): 350 mg/kg [Mouse]. Acute toxicity of the dust (LC50): 20 mg/m3 4 hour(s) [Mouse].
Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to blood, the nervous system, liver, brain, bones, central nervous system
(CNS).
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive).
Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant, lung corrosive).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

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Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: CLASS 8: Corrosive solid.
Identification: : Cyanuric Chloride : UN2670 PG: II
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations:
New Jersey: Cyanuric Chloride TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cyanuric Chloride
Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). EINECS: This product is on the
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada):
CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC). CLASS E: Corrosive solid.
DSCL (EEC):
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes. R48/22- Harmful: danger of serious
damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 3
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 1
Personal Protection:
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 3
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 1
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves. Synthetic apron. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/09/2005 05:02 PM
Last Updated: 05/21/2013 12:00 PM
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