Flash Point:-58 F (-50 C) (CC)
Autoignition Temp:966 F (519 C)
Lower Limits:3.8%
Upper Limits:15.4%
Extinguishing Media:regular dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water,
regular foam Large fires: Use regular foam or flood with fine water
spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well
after the fire is out. Stay away from the ends of tanks. For fires
in cargo or storage area: Cool containers with water from unmanned
hose holder or monitor nozzles until well after fire is out. If
this is impossible then take the following precautions: Keep
unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Let
the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from
venting safety device or any discoloration of tanks due to fire.
For tank, rail car or tank truck: Evacuation radius: 800 meters
(1/2 mile). Water may be ineffective.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Severe fire hazard. Severe explosion
hazard. Vapor/air mixtures are explosive. The vapor is heavier than
air. Vapors or gases may ignite at distant ignition sources and
flash back.

Neutralizing Agent:

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
all current regulations and standards. Subject to storage
regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. Grounding and bonding
required. Protect from physical damage. Store outside or in a
detached building. Store with flammable liquids. Keep separated
from incompatible substances. Avoid contact with light. Store in a
cool, dry place. Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep separated
from incompatible substances.
Other Precautions:

Respiratory Protection:The following respirators and maximum use
concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or OSHA. 3800 ppm Any
supplied-air respirator. Any self-contained breathing apparatus
with a full facepiece. Escape - Any air-purifying respirator with a
full facepiece and an organic vapor canister. Any appropriate
escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus. For Unknown
Concentrations or Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health - Any
supplied-air respirator with full facepiece and operated in a
pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with
a separate escape supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus
with a full facepiece.
Ventilation:Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if
explosive concentrations of material are present. Ensure compliance
with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear insulated gloves.
Eye Protection:For the gas: Eye protection not required, but
recommended. For the liquid: Wear splash resistant safety goggles.
Contact lenses should not be worn. Provide an emergency eye wash
fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:For the gas: Protective clothing is not
required. For the liquid: Wear appropriate protective, cold
insulating clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
ETHYL CHLORIDE: 1000 ppm (2600 mg/m3) OSHA TWA 100 ppm ACGIH TWA
(skin)

Boiling Pt:54 F (12 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-213 F (-136 C)
Vapor Pres:1000 mmHg @ 20 C
Vapor Density:2.2
Spec Gravity:0.9
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:0.6%
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas ODOR:Not available
Corrosion Rate:

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Stable at normal temperatures
and pressure. May react on contact with water. May release toxic
and/or flammable gases.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other
sources of ignition. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed
to heat. Keep out of water supplies and sewers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products: acid
halides, phosgene Thermal decomposition products: acid halides,
phosgene
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

Waste Disposal Methods:Subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR
262. Hazardous Waste Number(s): D001. Dispose in accordance with
all applicable regulations.

Toxicological Information:ETHYL CHLORIDE: TOXICITY DATA: 152 gm/m3/2
hour(s) inhalation-rat LC50 CARCINOGEN STATUS: IARC: Human No
Adequate Data, Animal Limited Evidence, Group 3; ACGIH: A3 -Animal
Carcinogen LOCAL EFFECTS: Irritant: eye ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL:
Slightly Toxic: inhalation TARGET ORGANS: central nervous system
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: heart or respiratory
disorders, kidney disorders, liver disorders TUMORIGENIC DATA:
Available. MUTAGENIC DATA: Available. REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS DATA:
Available. ADDITIONAL DATA: May be excreted in breast milk. Alcohol
may enhance the toxic effects. Stimulants such as epinephrine may
induce ventricular fibrillation.

Disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department
of Defense. The United States of America in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.

Ecological:Not available

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Ethyl chloride ID NUMBER: UN1037 HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.1
LABELING REQUIREMENTS: Flammable gas QUANTITY LIMITATIONS:
PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR: Forbidden CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY: 150
kg

SARA Title III Information: SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated. SARA TITLE
III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
regulated. SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21): ACUTE: Yes CHRONIC: No FIRE: Yes
REACTIVE: Yes SUDDEN RELEASE: No SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
CFR 372.65): Chloroethane (Ethyl chloride)
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Chloroethane (Ethyl chloride): 100LBSRQ
OSHA PROCESS SAFETY (29CFR1910.119): Not regulated.
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Known to the
state of California to cause the following: Chloroethane (Ethyl
chloride) Cancer (Jul 01, 1990)