4-bromo-1,2-dichlorobenzene

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

- General advice:

Move out of dangerous area.

Place and transport victim in stable position (lying sideways).

Remove contaminated clothing immediately and dispose of safely.

- Inhalation:

Move to fresh air.

Keep patient warm and at rest.

Call a physician or poison control center immediately.

- Skin contact:

Wash off thoroughly with plenty of soap and water, if available with polyethyleneglycol 400, subsequently rinse with water.

- Eye contact:

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

- Ingestion:

Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth.

Fire-fighting measures

- Suitable extinguishing media:

Water spray

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Foam

Sand

- Specific hazards during fire fighting:

In the event of fire the following may be released:

Carbon monoxide (CO)

Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

Hydrogen bromide (HBr)

- Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

- Further information:

Contain the spread of the fire-fighting media.

Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Accidental release measures

- Personal precautions:

Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces.

Use personal protective equipment.

- Environmental precautions:

Do not allow to get into surface water, drains and ground water.

- Methods for cleaning up:

Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly, observing environmental regulations.

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Handling and storage

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with  REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4).  Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor and Downstream Processor/User of the Registrant’s intermediate.

Handling:

- Advice on safe handling

Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

- Advice on protection against fire and explosion

Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.

Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

- Hygiene measures:

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Keep working clothes separately.

Wash hands immediately after work, if necessary take a shoer.

Remove soiled clothing immediately and clean thoroughly before using again.

Garments that cannot be cleaned must be destroyed (burnt).

Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Storage:

- Requirements for storage areas and containers

Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only.

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

- Advice on common storage

Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (MOLTEN, 1-BROM-3,4-DICHLORBENZENE)

Chemical name:

4-bromo-1,2-dichlorobenzene

Language:

English

Labels:

Packaging 9 +EHS
Bulk 9 +EHS
Haz ID90

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Tunnel Code E

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (MOLTEN, 1-BROM-3,4-DICHLORBENZENE)

Chemical name:

4-bromo-1,2-dichlorobenzene

Language:

English

Labels:

Packaging 9 +EHS
Bulk 9 +EHS
Haz ID90

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (MOLTEN, 1-BROM-3,4-DICHLORBENZENE)

Chemical name:

4-bromo-1,2-dichlorobenzene

Labels:

Packaging 9, P
Bulk 9, P

Marine pollutant

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

Transport not permitted

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Transport not permitted

Chemical name:

Transport not permitted

Labels:

Transport not permitted

Remarks

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with  REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4).  Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor and Downstream Processor/User of the Registrant’s intermediate.

Control parameters:

No control parameters known.

Exposure controls:

Personal precautions while handling the product:

- respiratory protection:  

If product is handled while not enclosed, and if contact may occur:

Wear respirator with an organic vapours and gas filter mask (protection factor 10) conforming to EN140 type A or equivalent.

Respiratory protection should only be used to control residual risk of short duration activities, when all reasonably practicable steps have been taken to reduce exposure at source e.g. containment and/or local extract ventilation. Always follow respirator manufacturer's instructions regarding wearing and maintenance.

- hand/skin/body protection:  

PVC gloves

complete suit protecting against chemicals

Protective overalls, PVC

PVC boots

- eye protection:  

Wear goggles conforming to EN166 (Field of Use 5 or equivalent).

Stability and reactivity

- Incompatible materials :

Strong bases

Strong oxidizing agents

- Possibility of hazardous reactions:

No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to prescribed instructions.

Disposal considerations

During the whole life cycle of the substance all necessary measures in accordance to art. 18(4) of (EC) 1907/2006 are undertaken. The substance is handled under strictly controlled conditions.

Dispose in accordance with current regulations and, if necessary, after consultation with the site operator and/or with the responsible authority, the product may be taken to a waste disposal site or incineration plant.