| Agent Name |
Methyl phosphonous dichloride |
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| CAS Number |
676-83-5 |
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| Formula |
C-H3-Cl2-P |
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| Major Category |
Toxic Gases & Vapors |
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| Synonyms |
Dichloromethylphosphine; Methyldichlorophosphine; Methylphosphonous dichloride; Methylphosphorus dichloride; Phosphine, dichloromethyl-; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Category |
Acid Halides |
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| Description |
Colorless liquid with a pungent odor; [CAMEO] |
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| Comments |
Reacts with water to generate hydrogen chloride, a reaction that may be violent and ignite nearby combustible materials. May cause burns and very toxic by inhalation; [CAMEO] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| TIH |
Yes |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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