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Chlorine Gas
Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name
Chlorine Gas
Other Names
Uses
Used for disinfection, water treatment, bleaching, metal recovery, neutralising agent, oxidant.
Chemical Family
No Data Available
Chemical Formula
Cl2
Chemical Name
Chlorine Gas
Product Description
No Data Available
Contact Information
Organisation
Location
Telephone
Ask For
2 Swettenham Road
Minto NSW 2566
Australia
11 Mayo Road
Wiri Auckland 2104
New Zealand
+61-2-97333000
MSDS Officer
Westmead NSW
1800-251525
131126
Chemcall
Australia
New Zealand
1800-127406
0800-243622
+64-4-9179888
New Zealand
0800-764766
+64-9-2506222
2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
ADG Code
Dangerous Goods according to the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code).
Categories
Toxic
R23
Toxic by inhalation.
R36/37/38
R50
S7/9
S23
S24/25
S26
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the
label where possible).
Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Material Safety Data
Sheets.
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
S45
S61
HSNO Hazard Classification
This Material Safety Data Sheet may not provide exhaustive guidance for all HSNO Controls assigned to this substance. The EPA (New Zealand) web site should be
consulted for a full list of triggered controls and cited regulations.
Phone
Fax
E-mail
Web
ABN
Australia
Adelaide
Brisbane
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
New Zealand
Auckland
Christchurch
Hawkes Bay
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
USA
Los Angeles
50
TH
ANNIVERSARY
1965 2015
Material Safety Data Sheet Chlorine Gas Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients
Chemical Entity
Formula
CAS Number
Proportion
Chlorine
Cl2
7782-50-5
>99.00 %
Rinse mouth with water. Give water to drink provided victim is conscious. Do NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting
occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position if possible) to maintain open airway and
prevent aspiration. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention.
Eye
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Take care not to rinse
contaminated water into the non-affected eye. Seek immediate medical attention. DO NOT WEAR CONTACT
LENSES WHEN WORKING WITH CHLORINE.
Skin
If skin or hair contact occurs, immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash skin and hair thoroughly with
running water. For serious exposure seek medical attention.
Inhaled
Take proper precautions to ensure rescuer safety before attempting rescue. Remove victim from exposure to fresh
air. Allow victim to assume most comfortable position and keep warm. Keep at rest until fully recovered. If breathing
is difficult, give oxygen. If the person is not breathing trained person should administer CPR . Avoid mouth to mouth
contact. Seek immediate medical advice.
Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on individual reactions of patient and judgement of doctor. Effects may be delayed.
Delayed pulmonary oedema may result.
Chlorine produces no cumulative effects and complete recovery occurs after mild exposure. As chlorine is particularly
irritating to persons afflicted with asthma and certain types of chronic bronchitis, such persons should avoid exposure
to chlorine at all times. Delayed fatal pulmonary oedema possible.
Chlorine is neither flammable nor combustible, but is a highly reactive material. Product is an oxidiser and will support
the combustion of other materials.
Extinguishing Media
For large firesuse water spray. Do NOT use dry chemicals, carbon dioxide or halogenated extinguishing agents. If
chlorine is not leaking , apply water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. DO NOT APPLY WATER TO
LEAKING CONTAINERS. Chlorine containers may explode when involved in fire. Remove containers away from fire
zone if possible. Intense heat from fire can melt the safety fusible plugs of containers/cylinders at about 75-78 Deg C,
thus releasing chlorine.
Chlorine containers may explode when involved in fire. Remove containers away from fire zone if possible. Chlorine
containers may explode when involved in fire. Remove containers away from fire zone if possible. Intense heat from
fire can melt the safety fusible plugs of containers/cylinders at about 75-78 Deg C, thus releasing chlorine.
Hazardous Products of
Combustion
Chlorine is a strong oxidizer. Non-combustible but can suport combustion of combustible material producing irritating
and poisonous gases.
Do NOT allow fire fighting water to reach waterways, drains or sewers. Store fire fighting water for treatment. Dam fire
control water for later disposal.
Fire fighters should wear a positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting
clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers, boots, and gloves). Clear fire area of all non- emergency
personnel. Stay upwind. Keep out of low areas. Eliminate ignition sources. Do NOT stay in dangerous zone without
self-contained breathing apparatus.
Flash Point
No Data Available
No Data Available
No Data Available
No Data Available
Hazchem Code
2XE
Material Safety Data Sheet Chlorine Gas Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Response Procedure
Avoid accidents, clean up immediately. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Increase ventilation. Stop leak if safe to do so.
Isolate the danger area. Use clean, non-sparking tools and equipment. Do NOT contaminate. Keep combustibles
away from spilled material.
Clean Up Procedures
Unload remaining chlorine from a leaking container or cylinder by discharging into an absorption tower circulating
with alkaline solution (eg. 20-25% sodium hydroxide solution, soda ash, or hydrated lime solutions). Collect the
absorbing solution thereafter for prompt disposal as Hazardous waste. Repair or dispose of the leaking
container/cylinder in accordance with current local disposal regulations.
Containment
Stop leak if safe to do so. Isolate the danger area. Locate the leak with dilute ammonia solution (about 10%) in a
polyethylene squeeze bottle. If chlorine is escaping, a white cloud will be observed. Attempt to stop leak from valves
by tightening the valve nut or outlet cap. If fails use the appropriate emergency kit A (for cylinders)/ B (for containers).
If leak is from cylinder/container body, position it such that gas is released and not liquid. Use a body clamp is
appropriate. For leaks, immediately implement pre-determined emergency response plans.
Decontamination
Waste gas should scrub through an absorption tower, circulated with alkaline solution of caustic soda, soda ash, or
hydrated lime before discharging to the atmosphere. Liquid or solid residues must be disposed off in permitted waste
treatment facility.
Environmental Precautionary
Measures
Do NOT let product reach drains or waterways. If product does enter a waterway, advise the Environmental
Protection Authority or your local Waste Management.
Evacuation Criteria
Personal Precautionary Measures Do NOT touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing as listed in
section 8.
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use. Observe good personal hygiene practices and
recommended procedures. Wash thoroughly after handling. Take precautionary measures against static discharges
by bonding and grounding equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not breathe gas/vapour/spray.
Do NOT drop. Do NOT tamper with valve or fusible plugs. Keep valve protection hood in place when not in use. Do
NOT heat cylinder by any means to increase flowrate of product from container. Use suitable pressure regulator
and/or check valve, if required. Do NOT lift cylinder by hooking on the valve caps. Ensure only trained personnel
handle the cylinder. Provide emergency equipment such as self contained breathing apparatus, ammonia solution in
a squeeze bottle and Emergency Kit at storage and use area. Train personnel to be familiar in using the emergency
equipment and emergency response plans through regular drills. Regularly inspect and test piping and equipment
used in chlorine service.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Inspect regularly for
deficiencies such as damage or leaks. Protect against physical damage. Store away from incompatible materials as
listed in section 10. Away from heat sources, emergency exits, heavy traffic areas, flammable and other incompatible
materials. Cylinders should be upright and secured to prevent falling; containers should be on their side and secured
to prevent rolling. Mark clearly and separate full cylinders from empty ones. Practice "first-in-first-out" inventory
system to prevent full cylinders being stored for excessive period of time (not more than 6 months). This product has
a UN classification of UN1017 and a Dangerous Goods Class 2.3(Toxic Gases), Subsidiary risk 1 of 5.1 (Oxidiser) and
subsidiary risk 2 of Class 8 (Corrosive) according to The Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods By
Road and Rail. NOTE: This product is subject to special provision AU07 according to The ADG7.
Container
Container type/packaging must comply with all applicable local legislation. Store in original packaging as approved by
manufacturer. Steel cylinders (100Kg), Steel containers (1000Kg).
The following exposure standard has been established by The Australian Safety and Compensation Council (ASCC);
Chorine CAS: 7782-50-5 TWA = 0.5 ppm (1.47 mg/m3 Peak Limitation)
NOTE: The exposure value at the TWA is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when
calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5 day working week.
Peak Limitation: A ceiling concentration which should not be exceeded over a measurement period which should be
as short as possible but not exceeding 15 minutes.
These exposure standards are guides to be used in the control of occupational health hazards. All atmospheric
contamination should be kept to as low a level as is workable. These exposure standards should not be used as fine
dividing lines between safe and dangerous concentrations of chemicals. They are not a measure of relative toxicity.
Exposure Limits
No Data Available
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Biological Limits
Engineering Measures
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below exposure standards.
Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source,
preventing dispersion of it into the general work area.
RESPIRATOR: Wear an approved half-face acid gas cartridge respirator suitable for the substance to be worn when
concentrations are above the permissible exposure limits, but less than 5 ppm (15 mg/m3). Use self contained
breathing apparatus with a full-face piece respirator when concentration is greater than 5ppm (15 mg/m3)
(AS1715/1716).
EYES: Chemical safety goggles with side shields/full-face shield, Do NOT wear contact lenses (AS1336/1337).
HANDS: Impervious gloves (AS2161).
CLOTHING: Chemical-resistant coveralls and safety footwear. Some operations may require the use of a impervious
full-body encapsulating suit (AS3765/2210).
Do not eat, drink or smoke in work area. maintain good house keeping. Wash hands and face after working witht he
substance, and before eating/drining. Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Wash before reusing.
Liquid
Appearance
Gas/Liquid
Odour
Colour
pH
No Data Available
Vapour Pressure
CBS $
UPSS !$
2.5 (Air=1)
Boiling/Melting Point
$
Solubility
NH- $
$
Freezing Point
$
Specific Gravity
No Data Available
Flash Point
No Data Available
No Data Available
Evaporation Rate
No Data Available
Bulk Density
No Data Available
Corrosion Rate
No Data Available
Decomposition Temperature
No Data Available
Density
No Data Available
Specific Heat
No Data Available
Molecular Weight
No Data Available
No Data Available
No Data Available
Particle Size
No Data Available
Partition Coefficient
No Data Available
No Data Available
Vapour Temperature
No Data Available
Viscosity
No Data Available
Volatile Percent
ca. 100%
VOC Volume
No Data Available
Additional Characteristics
No Data Available
No Data Available
No Data Available
No Data Available
Material Safety Data Sheet Chlorine Gas Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
Properties That May Initiate or
Contribute to Fire Intensity
Oxidising Agent
No Data Available
Conditions to Avoid
Heat. Liquid or gaseous chlorine can react violently with many combustible material and other chemicals, including
water. Metal halides, carbon, finely divided metals and sulfides can accelerate the rate of chlorine reactions.
Hydrocarbon gases, e.g., methane, acetylene, ethylene or ethane, can react explosively if initiated by sunlight or a
catalyst. Liquid or solid hydrocarbons, e.g., natural or synthetic rubbers, naptha, turpentine, gasoline, fuel gas,
lubricating oils, greases or waxes, can react violently. Metals, e.g., finely powdered aluminium , brass, copper and
manganese, tin, steel and iron, can react vigorously or explosively with chlorine. Nitrogen compounds, e.g., ammonia
and other nitrogen compounds, can react with chlorine to form highly explosive nitrogen trichloride. Non-metals, e.g.,
phosphorous, boron, activated carbon and silicon can ignite on contact with gaseous chlorine at room temperature.
certain concentrations of chlorine-hydrogen can explode by spark ignition. Copper may burn spontaneously. Chlorine
reacts with most metals at high temperatures. Titanium will burn at ambient temperature in the presence of dry
chlorine.
Materials to Avoid
Liquid or gaseous chlorine can react violently with many combustible material and other chemicals, including water.
Metal halides, carbon, finely divided metals and sulfides can accelerate the rate of chlorine reactions. Hydrocarbon
gases, e.g., methane, acetylene, ethylene or ethane, can react explosively if initiated by sunlight or a catalyst. Liquid
or solid hydrocarbons, e.g., natural or synthetic rubbers, naptha, turpentine, gasoline, fuel gas, lubricating oils,
greases or waxes, can react violently. Metals, e.g., finely powdered aluminium , brass, copper and manganese, tin,
steel and iron, can react vigorously or explosively with chlorine. Nitrogen compounds, e.g., ammonia and other
nitrogen compounds, can react with chlorine to form highly explosive nitrogen trichloride. Non-metals, e.g.,
phosphorous, boron, activated carbon and silicon can ignite on contact with gaseous chlorine at room temperature.
certain concentrations of chlorine-hydrogen can explode by spark ignition. Copper may burn spontaneously. Chlorine
reacts with most metals at high temperatures. Titanium will burn at ambient temperature in the presence of dry
chlorine.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
When involved in a fire, this product may generate toxic oxides of chlorine, and chlorine compounds. Hydrochloric
acid and hypochlorous acid may form from chlorine in the presence of water vapour. Nitrogen compounds can react
with chlorine to form highly explosive nitrogen trichloride.
Hazardous Polymerisation
No information available.
EyeIrritant
A severe eye irritant. Corrosive to eyes. Contact may cause corneal burns. Severe corrosion to eyes at high
concentrations.
Inhalation
Inhalation can cause respiratory tract irritation. Chlorine gas in low concentrations, irritates the mucous membranes,
the respiratory system.. In extreme cases, the difficulty of breathing may increase to the point where death can result
from suffocation. Chlorine produces no cumulative effects and complete recovery occurs after mild exposure. As
chlorine is particularly irritating to persons afflicted with asthma and certain types of chronic bronchitis, such persons
should avoid exposure to chlorine at all times.
SkinIrritant
Contact with skin will result in irritation. Liquid chlorine is corrosive to skin. Liquid splashes or spray may cause
irritation, burning, blisters and freeze burns. Long term effects may include dermatitis. Severe corrosion to skin at high
concentrations.
Carcinogen Category
May cause pH changes in aqueous ecological system. Toxic to water organisms. Chlorine facilities should be
designed and operated so that chlorine is not released to the environment. If accidental release should occur, the
environment effects, as well as all relevant reporting requirements, must be considered.
Fish LC50: 0.014 mg/L/96h
Material Safety Data Sheet Chlorine Gas Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
Daphnia Magne: 0.085 mg/L/48h
Persistence/Degradability
Mobility
Environmental Fate
Bioaccumulation Potential
Environmental Impact
No Data Available
Dispose of in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations. All empty packaging should be disposed of in
accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations or recycled/reconditioned at an approved facility. Waste gas
should scrub through an absorption tower, circulated with alkaline solution of caustic soda, soda ash, or hydrated
lime before discharging to the atmosphere. Liquid or solid residues must be disposed off in permitted waste
treatment facility.
Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice.
This should be done in accordance with 'The Hazardous Waste Act'.
Waste gas should scrub through an absorption tower, circulated with alkaline solution of caustic soda, soda ash or
hydrated lime before discharging into the atmosphere. Liquid or solid residues must be disposed of in a permitted
waste treatment facility.
Dangerous Goods according to the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code).
Air
IATA
Proper Shipping Name
CHLORINE
Class
Subsidiary Risk(s)
UN Number
1017
Hazchem
2XE
Pack Group
No Data Available
Special Provision
No Data Available
Land
Australia: ADG
Proper Shipping Name
CHLORINE
Class
Subsidiary Risk(s)
EPG
UN Number
1017
Hazchem
2XE
Pack Group
No Data Available
Special Provision
SPAU07
Material Safety Data Sheet Chlorine Gas Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
Proper Shipping Name
CHLORINE
Class
Subsidiary Risk(s)
EPG
UN Number
1017
Hazchem
2XE
Pack Group
No Data Available
Special Provision
No Data Available
CHLORINE
Class
Subsidiary Risk(s)
8 Corrosive Substances
5.1 Oxidising Substances
ERG
UN Number
1017
Hazchem
2XE
Pack Group
No Data Available
Special Provision
No Data Available
Sea
IMDG Code
Proper Shipping Name
CHLORINE
Class
Subsidiary Risk(s)
8 Corrosive Substances
5.1 Oxidising Substances
UN Number
1017
Hazchem
2XE
Pack Group
No Data Available
Special Provision
No Data Available
EMS
FC,SU
Marine Pollutant
Yes
No Data Available
AICS Name
CHLORINE
Material Safety Data Sheet Chlorine Gas Revision 2, Date 06 Jan 2011
CHLGAS1006, CHLGAS1007, CHLGAS1008, CHLGAS1009, CHLGAS1010, CHLGAS1011, CHLGAS1012,
CHLGAS1500, CHLGAS2000, CHLGAS2500, CHLGAS2002, CHLGAS3000, CHLGAS1020, CYLBUS1000
Revision
Revision Date
06 Jan 2011
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