3-chlorobenzonitrile

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice:
Helpers must protect themselves and bring victims out of hazard area. Remove contaminated or soaked clothing immediately and dispose of safely. Seek medical advice in case of symptoms caused by eye or skin contact, inhalation or swallowing.
If inhaled:
Bring affected person outside and ensure that he/she is comfortable.
In case of skin contact:
Upon skin contact, wash with plenty of water and soap.
When handling hot molten mass:
Following contact with hot product, cool quickly with cold wa-ter until pain ceases. Do not remove congealed product from the skin.
Call a physician immediately.
In case of eye contact:
Open the eyes and rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.
If swallowed:
Rinse out mouth, spit out liquid.
Give small amounts of water to drink.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms:
To the best of our knowledge, experiences about acute systemic health effects in human beings are not available.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment:
Treat symptomatically.

Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
Water spray, foam, CO2, dry powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
high volume water jet
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion products:
Carbon oxides
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Hydrocyanic acid (HCN)
hydrogen chloride (HCl)
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment for firefighters:
In the case of fire, wear respiratory protective equipment independent of surrounding air and chemical protective suit.

Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions:
Wear personal protective equipment; see section 8.
Avoid dust formation.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions:
Product or extinguishing water with product must not be allowed to enter soil, sewers or natural bodies of water.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up:
Use mechanical handling equipment.
Avoid dust formation.
Melt:
Allow to solidify, use mechanical handling equipment.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal considerations see section 13.

Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling:
The substance must be handled under strictly controlled conditions in accordance with Article 17/18 of the REACH regulation.
Provide sufficient ventilation and exhaust at the workplace.
Avoid dust formation.
Do not allow containers and vessels to stand open
Advice on protection against fire and explosion:
If dusts develop, explosive dust/air mixtures may form. When handling hot molten mass: Vapours can form explosive mixtures with air. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Hygiene measures:
Do not breathe vapours/dust. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Take off clothing and shoes contaminated with product. Clean before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke while working. Wash hands, and/or face before breaks and when workday is finished. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Requirements for storage areas and containers:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Packaging material:
Suitable material: polyethylene, Polypropylene, Steel drum with polyethylene inliner, Melt: stainless steel
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Specific use(s):
We are unaware of any specific end uses which go beyond the data reported in Section 1.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Not classified as dangerous good

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

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Not classified as dangerous good

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Not classified as dangerous good

Shipping

Remarks

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Not regulated as a dangerous good

Exposure controls / personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
None known
8.2 Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment
Eye protection:
Safety glasses
When handling hot molten mass:
Tightly fitting safety goggles
Hand protection
Material:
Nitrile rubber, Recommendation: Camatril 730
Break through time:10 min
Glove thickness:0,4 mm
Material:
Fluorinated rubber (Viton), Recommendation: Vitoject 890
Break through time:480 min
Glove thickness:0,7 mm
Remarks:
When handling hot material, use heat resistant gloves.
Skin and body protection:
Protective clothing
Respiratory protection:
Do not inhale gases, vapours, aerosols or dust - use respiratory protection equipment.
Respirator with ABEK-P3 combination filter

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
See section 10.3
10.2 Chemical stability
No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions:
No hazardous reactions are known if properly handled and stored.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid:
When handling hot molten mass:
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. see section 5

Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product:
Must be brought to an adequate waste treatment facility, in conformity with applicable waste disposal regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Packaging, that can not be reused after cleaning must be disposed or recycled in accordance with all federal, national and local regulations.