DICHLOROISOPROPYL ETHER

Colorless liquid. Flash point of 185°F. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Corrosive to metals and tissue.

• Peroxidizable Compound

Insoluble in water.

Special Hazards of Combustion Products: May contain highly toxic hydrochloric acid and phosgene gas.

Behavior in Fire: Generates highly toxic and irritating gases. (USCG, 1999)

Highly irritating to the upper respiratory tract if inhalded. Contact with the liquid may cause irritation of the skin and eyes. May be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin. (USCG, 1999)

Oxidizes readily in air to form unstable peroxides that may explode spontaneously [Bretherick, 1979 p.151-154, 164].

• Ethers
• Halogenated Organic Compounds

No information available.

Excerpt from 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:

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.

SPILL: Increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.

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. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:

SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray.

LARGE FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. If it can be done safely, move undamaged containers away from the area around the fire. Dike runoff from fire control for later disposal.

FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:

ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames) from immediate area. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS. (ERG, 2020)

Wear positive pressure breathing apparatus and special protective clothing. (USCG, 1999)

No information available.

INHALATION: Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

EYES OR SKIN: Flush with running water for at least 15 min; hold eyelids open if necessary. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes at the site. Keep victim quiet and maintain normal body temperature. Effects may be delayed; keep victim under observation.

INGESTION: If victim is concsious, induce vomiting by giving two glasses of water and have victim touch a finger to the back of the throat. (USCG, 1999)

• BIS (2-CHLOROISOPROPYL) ETHER
• DICHLOROISOPROPYL ETHER
• 2,2'-DICHLOROISOPROPYL ETHER
• ETHER, BIS(2-CHLORO-1-METHYLETHYL)