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ABOUT GAS
Gas Hazards - Chlorine
Properties:
Toxic in gas phase,exhibiting a yellow green colour and pungent odour. Liquid chlorine has a transparent amber colour.
Description:
2.5 times heavier than air, remains close to the ground on release. Most produced or manufactured toxic gas existing today.
Health Hazards:
Severe lung and skin irritant. Small concentrations cause burning eyes, coughing, flushed skin, sneezing and hoarseness. Inhalation of higher concentration affects upper and lower respiratory tract and can produce pulmonary Oedema.
Exposure Limits:
STEL: 1ppm
TWA: 0.5ppm
Typical Applications:
Water treatment, swimming pools, chlorine storage areas, paper industry.