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Iodoform |
CAS 75-47-8 | ||
CHI3 |
RTECS PB7000000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names Triiodomethane |
DOT ID & Guide |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.6 ppm (10 mg/m3) | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion 1 ppm = 16.10 mg/m3 | ||
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Physical Description Yellow to greenish-yellow powder or crystalline solid with a pungent, disagreeable odor. [antiseptic for external use] |
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MW: 393.7 |
BP: 410°F (Decomposes) |
MLT: 246°F |
Sol: 0.01% |
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VP: ? |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 4.01 |
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Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Solid | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, lithium, metallic salts (e.g., mercuric oxide, silver nitrate), strong bases, calomel, tannin |
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Measurement Methods None available 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 Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash 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; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), dizziness, nausea, incoordination, central nervous system depression; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); liver, kidney, heart damage; visual disturbance | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, liver, kidneys, heart |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION |