Diphosphoryl tetrachloride

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

- DESCRIPTION OF FIRST AID MEASURES:

EYES: Remove contact lenses, if present. Wash immediately with plenty of water for at least 30-60 minutes, opening the eyelids fully. Get medical advice/attention.

SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with a shower immediately. Get medical advice/attention.

INGESTION: Have the subject drink as much water as possible. Get medical advice/attention. Do not induce vomiting unless explicitly authorised by a doctor.

INHALATION: Get medical advice/attention immediately. Remove victim to fresh air, away from the accident scene. If the subject stops breathing, administer artificial respiration. Take suitable precautions for rescue workers.

-  MOST IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS, BOTH ACUTE AND DELAYED: Specific information on symptoms and effects caused by the product are unknown.

- INDICATION OF ANY IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION ANMD SPECIAL TREATMENT NEEDED: Information not available.

Fire-fighting measures

-   EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING EQUIPMENT: Extinguishing substances are: carbon dioxide and chemical powder. For product loss or leakage that has not caught fire, water spray can be used to disperse flammable vapours and protect those trying to stem the leak.

UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISHING EQUIPMENT: Do not use jets of water. Water is not effective for putting out fires but can be used to cool containers exposed to flames to prevent explosions.

- SPECIAL HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE:

HAZARDS CAUSED BY EXPOSURE IN THE EVENT OF FIRE:  If large quantities of the product are involved in a fire, they can make it considerably worse. Do not breathe combustion products.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

REAGENTS VIOLENTLY WITH WATER. IN CONTACT WITH THE WATER FREE GAS TOXIC

- ADVICE FOR FIGHTERS:

GENERAL INFORMATION: In the case of fire, use jets of water to cool the containers to prevent the risk of explosions (product decomposition and excess pressure) and the development of substances potentially hazardous for health. Always wear full fire prevention gear. Remove all containers containing the product from the fire, if it is safe to do so.

SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE-FIGHTERS: Normal fire fighting clothing i.e. fire kit (BS EN 469), gloves (BS EN 659) and boots (HO specification A29 and A30) in combination with self-contained open circuit positive pressure compressed air breathing apparatus (BS EN 137).

Accidental release measures

- PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:

Block the leakage if there is no hazard.

Wear suitable protective equipment (including personal protective equipment referred to under Section 8 of the safety data sheet) to prevent any contamination of skin, eyes and personal clothing. These indications apply for both processing staff and those involved in emergency procedures.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

ATTENTION: THE PRODUCT REACTIVES VIOLENTLY WITH WATER.

- ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:

The product must not penetrate into the sewer system or come into contact with surface water or ground water.

- METHODS AND MATERIAL FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP:

Collect the leaked product into a suitable container. If the product is flammable, use explosion-proof equipment. Evaluate the compatibility of the container to be used, by checking section 10. Absorb the remainder with inert absorbent material.

Make sure the leakage site is well aired. Contaminated material should be disposed of in compliance with the provisions set forth in point "Disposal considerations".

Handling and storage

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor and Downstream Processor/User of the Registrant’s intermediate.

- PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING:

Ensure that there is an adequate earthing system for the equipment and personnel. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not breathe powders, vapours or mists. Do not eat, drink or smoke during use. Wash hands after use. Avoid leakage of the product into the environment.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

Do not inhale vapors or mists.

- CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE, INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATIBILITIES:

Store only in the original container. Store in a ventilated and dry place, far away from sources of ignition. Keep containers well sealed. Keep the product in clearly labelled containers. Avoid overheating. Avoid violent blows. Keep containers away from any incompatible materials, see section "Stability and reactivity" for details.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

Reacts violently in contact with water. Keep tightly closed, protected from moisture.

- SPECIFIC END USE(S):

Not available.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

3264

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(pyrophosphoryl tetrachloride)

Chemical name:

Diphosphoryl tetrachloride

Language:

English

Labels:

8

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Special Provision: 274

Remarks:

HIN - Kemler: 80 Limited Quantities: 1 L Tunnel restriction code: (E)

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

NA

Shipping

Labels:

NA

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

3264

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(pyrophosphoryl tetrachloride)

Chemical name:

Diphosphoryl tetrachloride

Labels:

8

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

3264

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(pyrophosphoryl tetrachloride)

Chemical name:

Diphosphoryl tetrachloride

Labels:

8

Remarks

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Cargo: Maximum quantity: 30 L Packaging instructions: 855
Pass.: Maximum quantity: 1 L Packaging instructions: 851
Special Instructions: A3, A803

Exposure controls / personal protection

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor and Downstream Processor/User of the Registrant’s intermediate.

- EXPOSURE CONTROLS:

As the use of adequate technical equipment must always take priority over personal protective equipment, make sure that the workplace is well aired througheffective local aspiration.

When choosing personal protective equipment, ask your chemical substance supplier for advice.

Personal protective equipment must be CE marked, showing that it complies with applicable standards.

If the product may or must come into contact or react with water, suitable technical and/or organisational measures should be taken to prevent the development of toxic and/or inflammable gases.

HAND PROTECTION

Protect hands with category III work gloves (see standard EN 374).

The following should be considered when choosing work glove material: compatibility, degradation, failure time and permeability.

The work gloves' resistance to chemical agents should be checked before use, as it can be unpredictable. The gloves' wear time depends on the duration and type of use.

SKIN PROTECTION

Wear category I professional long-sleeved overalls and safety footwear (see Directive 89/686/EEC and standard EN ISO 20344). Wash body with soap and water after removing protective clothing.

EYE PROTECTION

Wear airtight protective goggles (see standard EN 166).

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

If the threshold value (e.g. TLV-TWA) is exceeded for the substance or one of the substances present in the product, use a mask with a type B filter whose class (1, 2 or 3) must be chosen according to the limit of use concentration. (see standard EN 14387). In the presence of gases or vapours of various kinds and/or gases or vapours containing particulate (aerosol sprays, fumes, mists, etc.) combined filters are required.

Respiratory protection devices must be used if the technical measures adopted are not suitable for restricting the worker's exposure to the threshold values considered. The protection provided by masks is in any case limited.

If the substance considered is odourless or its olfactory threshold is higher than the corresponding TLV-TWA and in the case of an emergency, wear open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus (in compliance with standard EN 137) or external air-intake breathing apparatus (in compliance with standard EN 138). For a correct choice of respiratory protection device, see standard EN 529.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS

The emissions generated by manufacturing processes, including those generated by ventilation equipment, should be checked to ensure compliance with environmental standards

- EXPOSURE CONTROLS:

As the use of adequate technical equipment must always take priority over personal protective equipment, make sure that the workplace is well aired through effective local aspiration.

When choosing personal protective equipment, ask your chemical substance supplier for advice.

Personal protective equipment must be CE marked, showing that it complies with applicable standards.

If the product may or must come into contact or react with water, suitable technical and/or organisational measures should be taken to prevent the development of toxic and/or inflammable gases.

HAND PROTECTION

Protect hands with category III work gloves (see standard EN 374).

The following should be considered when choosing work glove material: compatibility, degradation, failure time and permeability.

The work gloves' resistance to chemical agents should be checked before use, as it can be unpredictable. The gloves' wear time depends on the duration and type of use.

SKIN PROTECTION

Wear category I professional long-sleeved overalls and safety footwear (see Directive 89/686/EEC and standard EN ISO 20344). Wash body with soap and water after removing protective clothing.

EYE PROTECTION

Wear airtight protective goggles (see standard EN 166).

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

If the threshold value (e.g. TLV-TWA) is exceeded for the substance or one of the substances present in the product, use a mask with a type B filter whose class (1, 2 or 3) must be chosen according to the limit of use concentration. (see standard EN 14387). In the presence of gases or vapours of various kinds and/or gases or vapours containing particulate (aerosol sprays, fumes, mists, etc.) combined filters are required.

Respiratory protection devices must be used if the technical measures adopted are not suitable for restricting the worker's exposure to the threshold values considered. The protection provided by masks is in any case limited.

If the substance considered is odourless or its olfactory threshold is higher than the corresponding TLV-TWA and in the case of an emergency, wear open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus (in compliance with standard EN 137) or external air-intake breathing apparatus (in compliance with standard EN 138). For a correct choice of respiratory protection device, see standard EN 529.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS

The emissions generated by manufacturing processes, including those generated by ventilation equipment, should be checked to ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Stability and reactivity

- REACTIVITY: Information not available.

- CHEMICAL STABILITY: Information not available

- POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS: The product may react violently with water.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE.

Reacts violently with water, releasing heat and toxic gases.

- CONDITIONS TO BE AVOID: Avoid overheating. Prevent moisture or water from penetrating inside the containers.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

Exposure to moisture.

- CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Avoid overheating. Prevent moisture or water from penetrating inside the containers.

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

Exposure to moisture.

- INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS:

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

Water, humidity.

- HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

PYROPHOSHORYL TETRACHLORIDE

Hydrogen chloride gas, phosphorus oxides.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

- WASTE TREATMENT METHODS:

Reuse, when possible. Product residues should be considered special hazardous waste. The hazard level of waste containing this product

should be evaluated according to applicable regulations.

Disposal must be performed through an authorised waste management firm, in compliance with national and local regulations.

Waste transportation may be subject to ADR restrictions.

CONTAMINATED PACKAGING

Contaminated packaging must be recovered or disposed of in compliance with national waste management regulations.