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Trichloromelamine

Also known as: TRICHLOROMELAMINE · 7673-09-8 · Decco salt NO 5 · 2,4,6-Tris(chloroamine)triazine

CAS No.: 7673-09-8
Formula: C3H3Cl3N6
Molar mass: 229.45 g/mol
PubChem CID: 24322

GHS pictograms

Oxidizing

Harmful / Irritant

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Summary

Trichloromelamine (C3H3Cl3N6), CAS 7673-09-8. Common in labs and industry. Read on for hazards, storage, PPE and mixing rules.

Background

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Physical properties

Boiling point°C

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Melting point°C

300

greater than 572 °F (NTP, 1992)

Autoignition temperature°C

160

320 °F (NTP, 1992)

Vapor pressuremmHg

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Water solubility

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Hazards

Oxidizing (GHS03)

May cause or intensify fire.

Harmful / Irritant (GHS07)

May cause skin, eye or respiratory irritation.

Hazard statements

Storage

Temperature

Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.

Ventilation

Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.

Containers

Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.

Keep away from

Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.

Personal protective equipment

Gloves

Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.

Eye protection

Safety goggles with side shields.

Respirator

A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.

Occupational exposure limits (HSE)

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EU harmonised classification (ECHA C&L)

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Practical safety notes

Oxidizing. Keep away from combustibles, organics, reducers and fuels.
Irritant / harmful. Ventilate the workspace and avoid skin contact.

Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.

FAQ

Is Trichloromelamine flammable?+

Trichloromelamine (CAS 7673-09-8) does not carry the GHS02 flame pictogram in our records. Always confirm with the manufacturer's SDS section 9 (flash point) before assuming a product is non-flammable.

What PPE should I wear when handling Trichloromelamine?+

Safety glasses with side shields and nitrile gloves are the baseline. Ventilation should be sufficient to keep vapours below the occupational exposure limit. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.

How should Trichloromelamine be stored?+

Store Trichloromelamine (CAS 7673-09-8) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Is Trichloromelamine dangerous for the environment?+

No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for Trichloromelamine, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.

Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for Trichloromelamine?+

Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.

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