LIQUID CHLORINE

Chlorine has diversified uses in the synthesis of inorganic and organic chemicals, in many of which it does not appear in the end product but enters into the intermediate steps. It is mainly used in solvents, automotive antifreeze and antiknock compounds, pesticides, plastic, resins, and elastomers, refrigeration fluids propellants, inorganic compounds and metallurgical uses, organic intermediate, pulp and paper, water supply and sewage treatment, etc.

Packaging

Tonners and Cylinders

Precautions

Storage: Store cylinder and ton containers in cool, dry, well ventilated & relatively isolated area, protected from direct sun light and extreme temperature changes. Store cylinder upright and secure them so that they do not fall down. Keep enough space between two containers so that all are accessible in case of emergency.

Transportation

Do not allow over loading of the containers. Don't carry any other good/luggage/fire hazardous substances in the trucks. Carry a gas mask within the vehicles. Carry the literature of chlorine handling in the vehicle. Never park the vehicle under direct sun light. Cover the containers with tarpaulin etc.