International Chemical Safety Cards

IODOFORM ICSC: 1058

Iodoform
Triiodomethane
CHI3
Molecular mass: 393.7
CAS # 75-47-8
RTECS # PB7000000
ICSC # 1058
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE


  • INHALATION
    		• Light headedness, dizziness, nausea, inability to concentrate, reduced coordination.
    		Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest, and refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Absorbed through open wounds.

    		First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again, and refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness.
    		Safety spectacles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Vomiting (further see Inhalation).
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth, do NOT induce vomiting, give plenty of water to drink, and refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into containers, carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert particles).
    		Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, lithium, acetone, metallic salts.

    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 1058 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1990 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    IODOFORM ICSC: 1058

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     YELLOW TO GREENISH-YELLOW SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating, producing toxic fumes and gases such as iodine. Reacts violently with strong oxidizers, strong bases, lithium, acetone, and metallic salts.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV: 0.6 ppm; 10 mg/m3 (as TWA) (ACGIH 1992-1993)
    OSHA PEL: none
    NIOSH REL: TWA 0.6 ppm (10 mg/m3)
    NIOSH IDLH: No data


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Decomposes below boiling point at 210°C
    Melting point: 119°C
    		Relative density (water = 1): 4.0
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25°C: 0.01
    ENVIRONMENTAL
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    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 1058 IODOFORM
    © IPCS, CEC, 1990
    IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.