2,2,2-Trichloroethyl chloroformate
Agent Name
2,2,2-Trichloroethyl chloroformate
CAS Number
17341-93-4
Formula
C3-H2-Cl4-O2
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
2,2,2-Trichloroethoxycarbonyl chloride; Trichloroethyl chloroformate; Carbonochloridic acid, 2,2,2-trichloroethyl ester; Formic acid, chloro-, 2,2,2-trichloroethyl ester (8CI); [ChemIDplus] UN3277
Category
Acid Halides
Description
Light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
"Reagent for gas chromatographic analysis of pethidine." [ChemIDplus]
Comments
Causes burns and lachrymation; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract; Toxic by inhalation; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "CHLOROFORMATES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
3.1 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Chloroformates, toxic, corrosive, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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