Bis(chloromethyl) ketone

Bis(chloromethyl) ketone is a chemical substance with formula C3H4Cl2O.

Exposures such as contact or inhalation of bis(chloromethyl) ketone can result in irritation or damage to skin, eyes, throat, lungs, liver and kidneys, as well as headaches and fainting.

[2] Bis(chloromethyl) ketone is a substance which is classified as an extremely hazardous substance in the United States as defined in Section 302 of the U.S.

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (42 U.S.C.

11002), and is subject to strict reporting requirements by facilities which produce, store, or use it in significant quantities.

NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 4: Very short exposure could cause death or major residual injury. E.g. VX gas Flammability 1: Must be pre-heated before ignition can occur. Flash point over 93 °C (200 °F). E.g. canola oil Instability 0: Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water. E.g. liquid nitrogen Special hazards (white): no code