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Cyclonite |
CAS 121-82-4 | ||
C3H6N6O6 |
RTECS XY9450000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine; Hexahydro-1,3,5-trinitro-s-triazine; RDX; Trimethylenetrinitramine; 1,3,5-Trinitro-1,3,5-triazacyclohexane |
DOT ID & Guide |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 1.5 mg/m3 ST 3 mg/m3 [skin] | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion | ||
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Physical Description White, crystalline powder. [Note: A powerful high explosive.] |
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MW: 222.2 |
BP: ? |
MLT: 401°F |
Sol: Insoluble |
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VP(230°F): 0.0004 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 1.82 |
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Fl.P: Explodes |
UEL: ? |
LEL: ? |
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| Combustible Solid [EXPLOSIVE!] | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, combustible materials, heat [Note: Detonates on contact with mercury fulminate.] |
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Measurement Methods NIOSH 0500 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated/Daily Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap flush immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin; headache, irritability, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), tremor, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, insomnia, convulsions | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, central nervous system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION |