Safety data for chloral hydrate
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Synonyms: trichloroacetaldehyde, 2,2,2-trichloro-1,1-ethanediol,
trichloroethanal
Molecular formula: Cl3CCH(OH)2
CAS No: 302-17-0
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Physical data
Appearance: colourless crystals with a pentrating odour
Melting point: 57 C
Boiling point: 98 C
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm-3): 1.91
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility: moderate
Stability
Stable, but may be air or light sensitive. Incompatible with
alcohols, cyanides, iodine, strong bases, carbonates.
Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed. Skin, eye and respiratory irritant.
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ORL-RAT LD50 480 mg kg-1
IPR-RAT LD50 500 mg kg-1
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R22 R36 R37 R38.
Transport information
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UN No 2811. Hazard class 6.1.
Personal protection
Safety glasses, adequate ventilation.
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