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TETRACHLOROSILANE ICSC: 0574
TETRACHLOROSILANE
Silicon tetrachloride
Silicon chloride
SiCl4
Molecular mass: 169.89
CAS # 10026-04-7
RTECS # VW0525000
ICSC # 0574
UN # 1818
EC # 014-002-00-4
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

NO water. In case of fire in the surroundings: powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
AVOID ALL CONTACT!
IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
  • INHALATION
    		• Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
    		Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Pain. Redness. Blisters. Skin burns.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Pain. Redness. Severe deep burns. Loss of vision.
    		Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. NEVER direct water jet on liquid (extra personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).
    		Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed.
    		Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
    Xi symbol
    R: 14-36/37/38
    S: (2-)7/8-26
    UN Hazard Class: 8
    UN Packing Group: II
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0574 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:
     COLOURLESS, CLEAR, FUMING LIQUID , WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:
     The vapour is heavier than air.

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride. Reacts violently with water to form hydrogen chloride and silicic acid. On contact with air it emits corrosive fumes. Attacks many metals in presence of water releasing hydrogen.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.


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

    INHALATION RISK:
     No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20░C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance and the vapour is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of its vapour may cause lung oedema (see Notes). The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 59░C
    Melting point: -70░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 1.52 (0░C)
    		 Solubility in water: reaction
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20░C: 26
    Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.9
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
    NFPA Code: H3; F0; R2; W
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0574 TETRACHLOROSILANE
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