Dichloroacetonitrile
Agent Name
Dichloroacetonitrile
CAS Number
3018-12-0
Formula
C2-H-Cl2-N
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
Acetonitrile, dichloro-; Dichloromethyl cyanide; [ChemIDplus] UN2924
Category
Nitriles
Description
Clear liquid; [CAMEO] Colorless liquid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
A by-product of water chlorination; [ChemIDplus]
Comments
A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline] See "NITRILES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
2.82 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash Point > 100 deg C; [CAMEO] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, corrosive, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable
Other Poison
Chemical Asphyxiant
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: