Safety data for sodium dichloroisocyanurate dihydrate
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Synonyms: sodium chlorocyanurate dihydrate,
1,3-dichloro-1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-trione sodium salt dihydrate,
dichloroisocyanuric acid sodium salt dihydrate
Molecular formula: C3H4Cl2N3NaO5
CAS No: 51580-86-0
EINECS No: 220-767-7
Annex I Index No: 613-030-00-X
Physical data
Appearance: solid
Melting point: 240 - 250 C
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Stability
Stable. Oxidizer. Incompatible with organic material, finely powdered metals.
Toxic gases may be released on contact with acids.
Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed; may be harmful in cotact with the skin or eyes, or if inhaled.
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R8 R22 R31 R36 R37 R50 R53.
Environmental information
Very toxic to aquatic organisms - may cause long-term damage in the environment.
Transport information
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UN No 3077. Hazard class 9. Packing group III.
Personal protection
Safety glasses. Keep dry, and well away from acids.
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S8 S26 S41 S60 S61.