Product Name: Ethylene Dichloride Issue Date: 02/25/2014

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1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name
Ethylene Dichloride
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
The Dow Chemical Company
2030 Willard H. Dow Center
Midland, MI 48674
United States
Customer Information Number: 800-258-2436
SDSQuestion@dow.com
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
24-Hour Emergency Contact: 989-636-4400
Local Emergency Contact: 989-636-4400
2. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
Color: Colorless
Physical State: Liquid.
Odor: Sweet
Hazards of product:
WARNING! Flammable liquid and vapor. Causes eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled.
Harmful if swallowed. May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through
skin. May cause central nervous system effects. Aspiration hazard. Can enter lungs
and cause damage to body systems. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Keep
upwind of spill. Vapor explosion hazard. Vapors may travel a long distance; ignition
and/or flash back may occur. Stay out of low areas. Evacuate area. Warn public of
downwind explosion hazard. Toxic fumes may be released in fire situations. Suspect
cancer hazard. May cause cancer.
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
This product is a Hazardous Chemical as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29
CFR 1910.1200.
Material Safety Data Sheet
The Dow Chemical Company
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Potential Health Effects
Eye Contact: May cause moderate eye irritation. May cause moderate corneal injury. Vapor may
cause lacrimation (tears).
Skin Contact: Brief contact may cause skin irritation with local redness. Prolonged contact may
cause moderate skin irritation with local redness. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause
defatting of the skin leading to drying or flaking of skin.
Skin Absorption: Prolonged skin contact is unlikely to result in absorption of harmful amounts.
Repeated skin contact may result in absorption of harmful amounts.
Inhalation: Prolonged excessive exposure may cause serious adverse effects, even death. In
humans, effects have been reported on the following organs: Central nervous system. Lung. Vapor
may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) and lungs. May cause central
nervous system depression. Symptoms may include headache, dizziness and drowsiness,
progressing to incoordination and unconsciousness.
Ingestion: Moderate toxicity if swallowed. Small amounts swallowed incidentally as a result of normal
handling operations are not likely to cause injury; however, swallowing larger amounts may cause
serious injury, even death.
Aspiration hazard: Based on physical properties, not likely to be an aspiration hazard.
Effects of Repeated Exposure: In humans, effects have been reported on the following organs:
Liver. Kidney. Adrenal gland. May cause central nervous system effects. In humans, symptoms may
include: Nausea and/or vomiting. Headache. Dizziness. Coma. Irregular heartbeats.
Cancer Information: Has caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
4. First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
General advice: First Aid responders should pay attention to self-protection and use the
recommended protective clothing (chemical resistant gloves, splash protection). If potential for
exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective equipment.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration; if by mouth to mouth
use rescuer protection (pocket mask, etc). If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
qualified personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical facility.
Skin Contact: Immediately flush skin with water while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get
medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse. Contaminated leather items such as
shoes should be disposed of properly.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water; remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue flushing eyes for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention without delay,
preferably from an ophthalmologist. Suitable emergency eye wash facility should be immediately
available.
Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel. Seek medical attention immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Aside from the information found under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of
immediate medical attention and special treatment needed (below), any additional important
symptoms and effects are described in Section 11: Toxicology Information.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Maintain adequate ventilation and oxygenation of the patient. No specific antidote. Treatment of
exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.
Skin contact may aggravate preexisting dermatitis. Excessive exposure may aggravate preexisting
lung, liver, and kidney disease.
3. Composition Information
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam.
General purpose synthetic foams (including AFFF type) or protein foams are preferred if available.
Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) may function. Water fog, applied gently may be used as a blanket
for fire extinguishment.
Extinguishing Media to Avoid: Do not use direct water stream. Straight or direct water streams may
not be effective to extinguish fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous Combustion Products: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition
to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion
products may include and are not limited to: Hydrogen chloride. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapors are heavier than air and may travel a long distance
and accumulate in low lying areas. Ignition and/or flash back may occur. Flammable mixtures may
exist within the vapor space of containers at room temperature. Flammable concentrations of vapor
can accumulate at temperatures above flash point; see Section 9.
Advice for firefighters
Fire Fighting Procedures: Keep people away. Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry. Stay
upwind. Keep out of low areas where gases (fumes) can accumulate. Water may not be effective in
extinguishing fire. Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire. Eliminate ignition sources. Move
container from fire area if this is possible without hazard. Burning liquids may be moved by flushing
with water to protect personnel and minimize property damage. Water fog, applied gently may be
used as a blanket for fire extinguishment.
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers,
boots, and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight fire from a protected
location or safe distance.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Use appropriate safety
equipment. For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.
Evacuate area. Refer to Section 7, Handling, for additional precautionary measures. Keep upwind of
spill. Ventilate area of leak or spill. No smoking in area. Only trained and properly protected
personnel must be involved in clean-up operations. For large spills, warn public of downwind
explosion hazard. Eliminate all sources of ignition in vicinity of spill or released vapor to avoid fire or
explosion. Vapor explosion hazard. Keep out of sewers. Check area with combustible gas detector
before reentering area. Ground and bond all containers and handling equipment.
Environmental precautions: Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or
groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Small spills: Contain spilled material if
possible. Absorb with materials such as: Vermiculite. Bentonite. Sawdust. Collect in suitable and
properly labeled containers. Large spills: Dike area to contain spill. Pump into suitable and properly
labeled containers. Pump with explosion-proof equipment. If available, use foam to smother or
suppress. See Section 13, Disposal Considerations, for additional information.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling
General Handling: Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with
eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container
closed. Use with adequate ventilation. No smoking, open flames or sources of ignition in handling
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and storage area. Electrically bond and ground all containers, personnel and equipment before
transfer or use of material. Use of non-sparking or explosion-proof equipment may be necessary,
depending upon the type of operation. This product is a poor conductor of electricity and can become
electrostatically charged, even in bonded or grounded equipment. If sufficient charge is accumulated,
ignition of flammable mixtures can occur. Handling operations that can promote accumulation of static
charges include but are not limited to mixing, filtering, pumping at high flow rates, splash filling,
creating mists or sprays, tank and container filling, tank cleaning, sampling, gauging, switch loading,
vacuum truck operations. Containers, even those that have been emptied, can contain vapors. Do not
cut, drill, grind, weld, or perform similar operations on or near empty containers. Vapors are heavier
than air and may travel a long distance and accumulate in low lying areas. Ignition and/or flash back
may occur.
Other Precautions: Vapors are heavier than air and may travel a long distance and accumulate in low
lying areas. Ignition and/or flash back may occur. Never use air pressure for transferring product.
Containers, even those that have been emptied, can contain vapors. Do not cut, drill, grind, weld, or
perform similar operations on or near empty containers.
Storage
Hold bulk storage under nitrogen blanket. Minimize sources of ignition, such as static build-up, heat,
spark or flame. Keep container closed. Flammable mixtures may exist within the vapor space of
containers at room temperature.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Limits
Component List Type Value
|
1,2-Dichloroethane ACGIH TWA 10 ppm
OSHA/Z2 TWA 50 ppm
OSHA/Z2 Ceiling 100 ppm
OSHA/Z2 MAX. CONC 200 ppm 5 minutes in any 3 hours
Personal Protection
Eye/Face Protection: Use chemical goggles. If exposure causes eye discomfort, use a full-face
respirator.
Skin Protection: Use protective clothing chemically resistant to this material. Selection of specific
items such as face shield, boots, apron, or full body suit will depend on the task.
Hand protection: Use gloves chemically resistant to this material. Examples of preferred
glove barrier materials include: Chlorinated polyethylene. Polyethylene. Ethyl vinyl alcohol
laminate (EVAL). Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). Styrene/butadiene rubber. Viton. Examples of
acceptable glove barrier materials include: Butyl rubber. Natural rubber (latex). Neoprene.
Nitrile/butadiene rubber (nitrile or NBR). Polyvinyl chloride (PVC or vinyl). NOTICE: The
selection of a specific glove for a particular application and duration of use in a workplace
should also take into account all relevant workplace factors such as, but not limited to: Other
chemicals which may be handled, physical requirements (cut/puncture protection, dexterity,
thermal protection), potential body reactions to glove materials, as well as the
instructions/specifications provided by the glove supplier.
Respiratory Protection: Respiratory protection should be worn when there is a potential to exceed
the exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements
or guidelines, use an approved respirator. Selection of air-purifying or positive-pressure supplied-air
will depend on the specific operation and the potential airborne concentration of the material. For
emergency conditions, use an approved positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. In
confined or poorly ventilated areas, use an approved self-contained breathing apparatus or positive
pressure air line with auxiliary self-contained air supply. The following should be effective types of air-
purifying respirators: Organic vapor cartridge.
Ingestion: Avoid ingestion of even very small amounts; do not consume or store food or tobacco in
the work area; wash hands and face before smoking or eating.
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Engineering Controls
Ventilation: Use engineering controls to maintain airborne level below exposure limit requirements or
guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, use only with
adequate ventilation. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance
Physical State Liquid.
Color Colorless
Odor Sweet
Odor Threshold No test data available
pH Not applicable
Melting Point -36 C (-33 F) Literature
Freezing Point -36 C (-33 F) Literature
Boiling Point (760 mmHg) 83.6 C (182.5 F) Literature .
Flash Point - Closed Cup 13 C (55 F) Tag Closed Cup ASTM D56
Evaporation Rate (Butyl
Acetate = 1)
No test data available
Flammability (solid, gas) No
Flammable Limits In Air Lower: 4.5 %(V) Literature
Upper: 16.9 %(V) Literature
Vapor Pressure 33.3 hPa @ 0 C Literature
Vapor Density (air = 1) 3.42 Literature
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) 1.2455 Literature
Solubility in water (by
weight)
7.9 g/l @ 25 C Literature
Partition coefficient, n-
octanol/water (log Pow)
1.45 Measured
Autoignition Temperature 440 C (824 F) Literature
Decomposition
Temperature
No test data available
Kinematic Viscosity 0.67 St @ 20 C Calculated
Explosive properties Not explosive
Oxidizing properties No
Liquid Density 1,253 g/l @ 20 C Literature
Molecular Weight 98.9 g/mol Literature
Percent Volatiles 100 %(m) Literature
Henrys Law Constant (H) 1.23E-03 atm*m3/mole; 25 C Estimated.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.
Chemical stability
Thermally stable at typical use temperatures.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Polymerization will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to elevated temperatures can cause product to decompose. Avoid
open flames, welding arcs, or other high temperature sources which induce thermal decomposition.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with oxidizing materials. Avoid contact with: Alkali metal
hydroxides. Amines. Ammonia. Avoid contact with metals such as: Aluminum. Aluminum alloys.
Hazardous decomposition products
Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials.
Decomposition products can include and are not limited to: Hydrogen chloride.
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11. Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity
Ingestion
LD50, mouse 413 mg/kg
LD50, rat 770 mg/kg
Dermal
LD50, rabbit 4,890 mg/kg
Inhalation
LC50, 4 h, Vapor, rat 1,886 ppm 7.7 mg/l
Eye damage/eye irritation
May cause moderate eye irritation. May cause moderate corneal injury. Vapor may cause lacrimation
(tears).
Skin corrosion/irritation
Brief contact may cause skin irritation with local redness. Prolonged contact may cause moderate skin
irritation with local redness. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause defatting of the skin leading
to drying or flaking of skin.
Sensitization
Skin
Did not demonstrate the potential for contact allergy in mice.
Respiratory
No relevant data found.
Repeated Dose Toxicity
In humans, effects have been reported on the following organs: Liver. Kidney. Adrenal gland. May
cause central nervous system effects. In humans, symptoms may include: Nausea and/or vomiting.
Headache. Dizziness. Coma. Irregular heartbeats.
Chronic Toxicity and Carcinogenicity
Has caused cancer in laboratory animals. Carcinogenic effects in the animal study on ethylene
dichloride are believed to be related to the route (oral) of exposure and dose administered (greater
than a dose the body can easily detoxify) Ethylene dichloride is not believed to present a risk of
cancer to humans when handled as recommended.
Carcinogenicity Classifications:
Component List Classification
1,2-Dichloroethane NTP Anticipated carcinogen.
IARC Possibly carcinogenic to humans.; 2B
Developmental Toxicity
Did not cause birth defects or other effects in the fetus even at doses which caused toxic effects in the
mother.
Reproductive Toxicity
In animal studies, did not interfere with reproduction.
Genetic Toxicology
In vitro genetic toxicity studies were negative in some cases and positive in other cases. Animal
genetic toxicity studies were positive.
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity
Material is practically non-toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50/EL50/LL50 >100
mg/L in the most sensitive species tested).
Fish Acute & Prolonged Toxicity
LC50, Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow), flow-through test, 96 h: 136 mg/l
LC50, tidewater silverside (Menidia beryllina): 480 mg/l
Aquatic Invertebrate Acute Toxicity
EC50, Daphnia magna (Water flea), static test, 48 h, immobilization: 160 mg/l
Aquatic Plant Toxicity
EbC50, alga Scenedesmus sp., static test, biomass growth inhibition, 72 h: 166 mg/l
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Toxicity to Micro-organisms
EC50; activated sludge, 5 d: 1,525 mg/l
NOEC; Pseudomonas putida, static test, 16 h: 135 mg/l
Fish Chronic Toxicity Value (ChV)
Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow), flow-through test, 32 d, weight, NOEC:29 mg/l, LOEC:59 mg/l
Aquatic Invertebrates Chronic Toxicity Value
Daphnia magna (Water flea), semi-static test, 28 d, number of offspring, NOEC: 11 mg/l, LOEC: 21
mg/l
Toxicity to Soil Dwelling Organisms
LC50, Eisenia fetida (earthworms), 48 d: 0.06 mg/cm2
Persistence and Degradability
Biodegradation under aerobic laboratory conditions is below detectable limits (BOD20 or
BOD28/ThOD < 2.5%). Biodegradation may occur under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions (in
the presence or absence of oxygen). Biodegradation rate may increase in soil and/or water with
acclimation.
Indirect Photodegradation with OH Radicals
Rate Constant Atmospheric Half-life Method
2.2E-13 cm3/s 73 d Estimated.
Biological oxygen demand (BOD):
BOD 5 BOD 10 BOD 20 BOD 28
0 - 7 % 7 - 18 % 20 %
Chemical Oxygen Demand: 0.99 mg/mg
Theoretical Oxygen Demand: 0.81 - 0.97 mg/mg
Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation: Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF < 100 or Log Pow < 3).
Partition coefficient, n-octanol/water (log Pow): 1.45 Measured
Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): 2; Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish); Measured
Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil: Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50).
Partition coefficient, soil organic carbon/water (Koc): 33 Measured
Henrys Law Constant (H): 1.23E-03 atm*m3/mole; 25 C Estimated.
13. Disposal Considerations
DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND, OR INTO ANY BODY OF WATER. All
disposal practices must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and
regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with
applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the waste generator. AS YOUR SUPPLIER, WE HAVE
NO CONTROL OVER THE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES OF
PARTIES HANDLING OR USING THIS MATERIAL. THE INFORMATION PRESENTED HERE
PERTAINS ONLY TO THE PRODUCT AS SHIPPED IN ITS INTENDED CONDITION AS
DESCRIBED IN MSDS SECTION: Composition Information. FOR UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED
PRODUCT, the preferred options include sending to a licensed, permitted: Reclaimer. Incinerator or
other thermal destruction device.
14. Transport Information
DOT Non-Bulk
Proper Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1) ID Number: UN1184 Packing Group: PG II
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DOT Bulk
Proper Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1) ID Number: UN1184 Packing Group: PG II
IMDG
Proper Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1) ID Number: UN1184 Packing Group: PG II
EMS Number: F-E,S-D
Marine pollutant: No
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Product Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
Ship Type: 2
Pollution Category: Y
ICAO/IATA
Proper Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1) ID Number: UN1184 Packing Group: PG II
Cargo Packing Instruction: 364
Passenger Packing Instruction: 352
Additional Information
Reportable quantity: 100 lb ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
This information is not intended to convey all specific regulatory or operational
requirements/information relating to this product. Additional transportation system information can be
obtained through an authorized sales or customer service representative. It is the responsibility of the
transporting organization to follow all applicable laws, regulations and rules relating to the
transportation of the material.
15. Regulatory Information
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
This product is a Hazardous Chemical as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29
CFR 1910.1200.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning
and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986) Sections 311 and 312
Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard Yes
Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard Yes
Fire Hazard Yes
Reactive Hazard No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning and
Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986) Section 313
This product contains the following substances which are subject to the reporting requirements of
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and which are
listed in 40 CFR 372.
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
Pennsylvania (Worker and Community Right-To-Know Act): Pennsylvania Hazardous
Substances List and/or Pennsylvania Environmental Hazardous Substance List:
The following product components are cited in the Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List and/or the
Pennsylvania Environmental Substance List, and are present at levels which require reporting.
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
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Pennsylvania (Worker and Community Right-To-Know Act): Pennsylvania Special Hazardous
Substances List:
The following product components are cited in the Pennsylvania Special Hazardous Substance List,
and are present at levels which require reporting.
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
US. New Jersey Worker and Community Right-to-Know Act (New Jersey Statute Annotated
Section 34:5A-5)
The following product components are cited in the New Jersey Environmental Hazardous and
Workplace Hazardous Substance Lists:
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
US. New Jersey Worker and Community Right-to-Know Act (New Jersey Statute Annotated
Section 34:5A-5)
The following product components are cited in the New Jersey Special Hazardous Substance List:
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA)
Section 103
This product contains the following substances which are subject to CERCLA Section 103 reporting
requirements and which are listed in 40 CFR 302.4.
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
California Proposition 65 (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986)
WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Component CAS # Amount
1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 > 99.0 %
US. Toxic Substances Control Act
All components of this product are on the TSCA Inventory or are exempt from TSCA Inventory
requirements under 40 CFR 720.30
16. Other Information
Recommended Uses and Restrictions
Identified uses
Raw material for the production of PVC.
Revision
Identification Number: 50038 / 1001 / Issue Date 02/25/2014 / Version: 5.0
Most recent revision(s) are noted by the bold, double bars in left-hand margin throughout this
document.
Legend
N/A Not available
W/W Weight/Weight
OEL Occupational Exposure Limit
STEL Short Term Exposure Limit
TWA Time Weighted Average
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ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Inc.
DOW IHG Dow Industrial Hygiene Guideline
WEEL Workplace Environmental Exposure Level
HAZ_DES Hazard Designation
Action Level A value set by OSHA that is lower than the PEL which will trigger the need for
activities such as exposure monitoring and medical surveillance if exceeded.
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