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1,1-Dichloroethane  

French name in the regulation: Dichloro-1,1 éthane
CAS : 75-34-3
Synonyms: Chlorure d'éthylidène

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV 100 405 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

IV : Daily or weekly adjustment ( the more stringent of the two)

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: 1,1-Dichloroethane

Analysis:

Dichloro-1,1 éthane

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: NIOSH - 1003
Sampling device: Activated charcoal tube
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,01-0,2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 15 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 flame ionization detection (GC-FID)
Remarks: IRSST method 173-1 can be adapted to this product.
NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods, 4th ed, Method 1003, Hydrocarbons halogenated, 2003.