1,3-DICHLORO-5,5-DIMETHYLHYDANTOIN

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: White powder with a weak chlorine odor. Conflagrates at 414°F (turns brown). Chlorine gas evolves at temperatures > 410°F. (NTP, 1992)

• Strong Oxidizing Agent
• Water-Reactive

Sensitive to exposure to light, air, and moisture. Reacts with water or steam to produce toxic and corrosive fumes.

Flash point data for this chemical are not available. It is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)

Excerpt from NIOSH Pocket Guide for 1,3-Dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin:

Exposure Routes: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact

Symptoms: Irritation eyes, mucous membrane, respiratory system

Target Organs: Eyes, respiratory system (NIOSH, 2023)

1,3-DICHLORO-5,5-DIMETHYLHYDANTOIN reacts violently with xylene. It is incompatible with strong acids, easily oxidized materials, ammonia salts and sulfides. It will react with water or steam to produce toxic and corrosive fumes. At a pH of 9, it decomposes completely. (NTP, 1992)

• Acyl Halides, Sulfonyl Halides, and Chloroformates
• Oxidizing Agents, Strong
• Halogenating Agents

Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been known to react with the absorbents listed below.

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents
• Mineral-Based & Clay-Based Absorbents
• Expanded Polymeric Absorbents
• Dirt/Earth

Excerpt from 140 [Oxidizers]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

LARGE SPILL: Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).

FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. If ammonium nitrate is in a tank, rail car or tank truck and involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 1600 meters (1 mile) in all directions; also, initiate evacuation including emergency responders for 1600 meters (1 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2020)

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: Should a spill occur while you are handling this chemical, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, then you should dampen the solid spill material with 60-70% ethanol and transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with 60-70% ethanol to pick up any remaining material. Seal the absorbent paper, and any of your clothes, which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with 60-70% ethanol followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should protect this chemical from exposure to light. Keep the container tightly closed under an inert atmosphere, and store under refrigerated temperatures. (NTP, 1992)

Excerpt from NIOSH Pocket Guide for 1,3-Dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin:

Skin: PREVENT SKIN CONTACT - Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact.

Eyes: PREVENT EYE CONTACT - Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact.

Wash skin: WHEN CONTAMINATED - The worker should immediately wash the skin when it becomes contaminated.

Remove: WHEN WET OR CONTAMINATED - Work clothing that becomes wet or significantly contaminated should be removed and replaced.

Change: DAILY - Workers whose clothing may have become contaminated should change into uncontaminated clothing before leaving the work premises.

Provide: EYEWASH - Eyewash fountains should be provided in areas where there is any possibility that workers could be exposed to the substances; this is irrespective of the recommendation involving the wearing of eye protection. (NIOSH, 2023)

No information available.

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• DACTIN
• DAKTIN
• DANTOCHLOR RW
• DANTOIN
• DCA
• DCDMH
• DDH
• DICHLORANTIN
• 1,3-DICHLORO-5,5'-METHYLHYDANTOIN
• 1,3-DICHLORO-5,5-DIMETHYL-2,4-IMIDAZOLIDINEDIONE
• 1,3-DICHLORO-5,5-DIMETHYLHYDANTOIN
• DICHLORODIMETHYLHYDANTOIN
• HALANE
• HYDAN
• HYDAN (ANTISEPTIC)
• HYDANTOIN, 1,3-DICHLORO-5,5-DIMETHYL-
• HYDANTOIN, DICHLORODIMETHYL-
• N,N'-DICHLORO-5,5-DIMETHYLHYDANTOIN
• N,N'-DICHLORODIMETHYLHYDANTOIN
• NCI-C03054
• OMCHLOR