International Chemical Safety
Cards
LINDANE
gamma-1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexachlorocyclohexane
gamma-BHC
gamma-HCH
C6H6Cl6
Molecular mass: 290.8
CAS
# 58-89-9
RTECS # GV4900000
ICSC #
0053
UN # 2761
EC # 602-043-00-6
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TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Not combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents
may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or
gases) in a fire.
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In case of fire in
the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
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| EXPLOSION |
Risk of fire and
explosion if formulations contain flammable/explosive
solvents.
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In case of
fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with
water.
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| EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION
OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!
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Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness.
Headache. Nausea. Weakness. Tremors. Paresthesias. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Avoid inhalation of fine
dust and mist. Local exhaust or breathing
protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical
attention.
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MAY BE ABSORBED!
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Protective gloves. Protective
clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for
medical attention. Wear protective gloves when administering
first aid.
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Redness.
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Face shield, or
eye protection in combination with breathing
protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water
for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily
possible), then take to a doctor.
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Abdominal pain.
Diarrhoea (further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or
smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth. Give a slurry
of activated charcoal in water to drink. Do NOT induce
vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Rest. Refer for
medical attention.
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| SPILLAGE DISPOSAL |
STORAGE |
PACKAGING & LABELLING |
Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance
into non-metallic sealable containers, then remove to safe
place (extra
personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic
particles).
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Provision
to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from
bases, food and feedstuffs and metals.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
N
symbol
R: 23/24/25-36/38-50/53
S:
(1/2-)13-45-60-61
UN
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group:
III
Severe marine pollutant.
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| SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK |
| ICSC: 0053 |
Prepared in the context of cooperation
between the International Programme on Chemical Safety
& the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS
CEC
1993 | | |
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS,
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER.
CHEMICAL
DANGERS:
On contact with hot surfaces or flames
this substance decomposes forming toxic and corrosive
fumes including phosgene and hydrogen chloride. The substance decomposes on contact with alkalis
producing trichlorobenzene, or on contact with powdered iron,
aluminum and zinc.
OCCUPATIONAL
EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: ppm; 0.5
mg/m3 (as TWA) (skin) (ACGIH 1994-1995).
MAK:
ppm; 0.5 mg/m3; skin (1992).
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ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can
be absorbed into the body by inhalation and through the
skin, and by ingestion.
INHALATION
RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a
harmful concentration of airborne particles can,
however, be reached quickly when dispersed.
EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM
EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes and
the respiratory tract. The substance
may cause effects on the central nervous system , resulting in convulsions and
respiratory failure and collapse.
Exposure may result in death. Medical observation is
indicated.
EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED
EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin
may cause dermatitis. The substance may
have effects on the liver and kidneys. | |
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
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Boiling point: 323°C
Melting point:
113°C
Relative density (water = 1):
1.87
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Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.0012
Octanol/water
partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.61- 3.72
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ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
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The
substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. In the food chain important to humans,
bioaccumulation takes place, specifically in fish. It is strongly advised not to let the
chemical enter into the environment, especially in soil,
because it persists in the environment.
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| N O T E S |
Depending on the degree of exposure,
periodic medical examination is indicated. Carrier solvents
used in commercial formulations may change physical and
toxicological properties. The relation between odour and the
occupational exposure limit cannot be indicated. Do NOT take
working clothes home. Gammexane, Tri-6, Lindafor, Lindatox,
Agrocide, Isotox, Esoderm, Aparasin are trade names.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G53c
NFPA
Code: H2; F0; R0
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| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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| ICSC: 0053 |
LINDANE |
| © IPCS, CEC,
1993 | | |
| IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: |
Neither the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on
behalf of 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
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