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1,1-Dichloroethylene  

French name in the regulation: Dichloro-1,1 éthylène
CAS : 75-35-4
Synonyms: Chlorure de vinylidène

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV 1 4 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

III : Weekly adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: 1,1-Dichloroethylene

Analysis:

Dichloro-1,1 éthylène

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: NIOSH - 1015
Sampling device: Activated charcoal tube
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,01-0,2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 7 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)
NIOSH Manual of Analytical Method. 4th ed. Method 1015 : Vinylidine Chloride. Cincinnati, NIOSH, 1994.