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Phosphorus pentachloride  

French name in the regulation: Phosphore, pentachlorure de
CAS : 10026-13-8

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV 0,1 0,85 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

1B : No adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: Phosphorus pentachloride

Analysis:

Phosphore, pentachlorure de

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: OSHA - IMIS2091
Sampling device: Polyvinyl chloride filter in series with a glass fritted tip impinger containing 15 mL of deionized water
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 48 L
STEL sampling volume: -
Remarks: The use of a stainless steel filter support (#SKC SCN225-26) is suggested. The filter is thrown away after sampling. Contact the IRSST before sampling.
Principle: Colorimetry (Colo)
OSHA, Chemical Information Manual. IMIS2091: Phosphorus Pentachloride, 1993.