| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Fire Potential] Nonflammable | |
| [Ingestion] Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended. | |
| [Inhalation] If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention. | |
| [Skin] Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed area with copious amounts of water. A physician should examine the area if irritation or pain persists. | |
| [Eyes] If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention. | |
| [Storage] Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Discard contaminated shoes. | |
| [Inhalation] Inhalation may produce dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, upper airway edema, pulmonary edema, hypoxemia, bronchospasm, pneumonitis, and persistent pulmonary function abnormalities. Airway hyperreactivity has also been reported. | |
| [Skin] Causes irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] Ingestion of acids may result in burns, gastrointestinal bleeding, gastritis, perforations, dilation, edema, necrosis, vomiting, stenosis, fistula, and duodenal/jejunal injury. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 20/21 34 52/53 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 28 36/37/39 45 61 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 3261 | |
| [Personal Protection] Gloves and eye shields are advised. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Abnormal neuropsychologic function has been reported following hydrochloric acid exposure from a leaking tanker truck. | |
| [Poison Class] 3 | |
| [Appearance] Needles from benzene. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 74 - 75 | |
| [Density] 1.58 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 1.99 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] .62 | |
| [Usage] Growth regulator. | |
| [Vapor Density] 4.9 | |
| [Product Name] 2-Chloroethylphosphonic acid | |
| [Synonyms] Chlorethephon Ethephon Flordimex Kamposan Tomathrel | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_16672-87-0.htm">16672-87-0 | |
| [Formula] C2H6ClO3P | |
| [Molecular Weight] 144.49 | |
| [EINECS] 240-718-3 | |
| [RTECS] SZ7100000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide | |
| [Merck] 13,3767 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1751208 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 3-04-00-01780 | |
| [EC Index Number] 015-154-00-4 | |
| [EC Class] Harmful; Corrosive; Dangerous for the Environment | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Carefully scoop up and place into appropriate disposal container. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, oxides of phosphorus, carbon dioxide, chloride fumes, phosphorous fumes. | |
| [UN Number] 3261 |
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