General

Synonyms: 6-chloro-2H-1,2,4-benzothiadiazine-7-sulfonamide 1,1-dioxide, alurene, diuril, diurite, chlorosal, chlorurit, thiazide, DT, yadulan, saluric and various other trade names
Molecular formula: C₇H₆ClN₃O₄S₂
CAS No: 58-94-6
EC No:

Physical data

Appearance: white crystalline powder
Melting point: ca. 343 C (decomposes)
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Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility: negligible
 

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Some evidence suggests this material may be implicated in aplastic anaemia. Skin and respiratory irritant.

Toxicity data
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ORL-MUS LD50 8000 mg kg^-1
IPR-RAT LD50 1386 mg kg^-1
IPR-MUS LD50 1400 mg kg^-1
IVN-MUS LD50 940 mg kg^-1
IVN-DOG LD50 1000 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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R36 R38.

Transport information

Personal protection

Safety glasses, adequate ventilation.

Safety phrases
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