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1,4-Dichloro-2-butene  

French name in the regulation: Dichloro-1,4 butène-2
CAS : 764-41-0

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV 0,005 0,025 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity C2 Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposure Explosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

III : Weekly adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: 1,4-Dichloro-2-butene

Analysis:

Dichloro-1,4 butène-2 (isomères cis et trans)

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: OSHA - 07
Sampling device: Activated charcoal tube 400/200 mg
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 24 L
STEL sampling volume: -
Remarks: This substance is not analyzed by our laboratories. It might be possible that the analysis be performed by another laboratory. Please contact the IRSST before sampling.
Principle: Gas chromatography with electron-capture detection (GC-ECD)
Remarks: OSHA method 07 is for organic vapours and can be adapted to this substance.
OSHA, Analytical Methods Manual, Organic vapors, Method 07, 2000.