Pentachloroethane
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Ethane pentachloride, PentalinExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
Handle with care in the workplace. See Appendix C (Chloroethanes)OSHA PEL
nonePhysical Description
Colorless liquid with a sweetish, chloroform-like odor.Molecular Weight
202.3Boiling Point
322°FFreezing Point
-20°FSolubility
0.05%Vapor Pressure
3 mmHgIonization Potential
11.28 eVSpecific Gravity
1.68Flash Point
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?Lower Explosive Limit
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Combustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
(Sodium-potassium alloy + bromoform), alkalis, metals, water [Note: Hydrolysis produces dichloroacetic acid. Reaction with alkalis & metals produces spontaneously explosive chloroacetylenes.]Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
In Animals: irritation eyes, skin; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), restlessness, irreg respiration, muscle incoordination; liver, kidney, lung changesTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidneysPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division