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Record 1 2012-07-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Climate Change
Universal entry(ies)
CH3Cl
formula, see observation
74-87-3
CAS number
DEF

Monochlorinated halomethane used as a refrigerant, suspected of ozone depletion.

OBS

Uses : Catalyst carrier in low-temperature polymerization(butyl rubber) ;tetramethyl lead; silicones; refrigerant; fluid for thermometric and thermostatic equipment; methylating agent in organic synthesis, such as methylcellulose; extractant and low-temperature solvent; herbicide; topical anesthetic.

OBS

chloromethane: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) and term adopted by Environment Canada, used in the list of pollutants measured in the National Air Pollution Surveillance Network (NAPS).

OBS

Also known under the following commercial designations: Artic; RCRA waste number U045; UN 1063.

OBS

Chemical formula: CH3Cl

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Changements climatiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
CH3Cl
formula, see observation
74-87-3
CAS number
DEF

Halométhane monochloré utilisé comme frigorigène, comme thérapeutique (pour les anesthésies locales), comme agent de méthylation, comme solvant dans l'industrie de l'électronique, en parfumerie et dans la préparation des matières colorantes, que l'on soupçonne d'appauvrir la couche d'ozone stratosphérique et que l'on considère comme un gaz à effet de serre mineur.

OBS

chlorométhane : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée) et terme retenu par Environnement Canada, utilisé dans la liste des polluants mesurés par le Réseau national de surveillance de la pollution atmosphérique (RNSPA).

OBS

Formule chimique : CH3C1

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Cambio climático
Entrada(s) universal(es)
CH3Cl
formula, see observation
74-87-3
CAS number
OBS

Gas incoloro de olor etéreo. Tóxico e inflamable. Narcótico en concentraciones elevadas.

OBS

Fórmula química: CH3Cl

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Record 2 2011-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
NH2NH2
formula, see observation
H2N-NH2
formula, see observation
H4N2
formula, see observation
302-01-2
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound having the formula NH2NH2 or H2N-NH2 or H4N2 which appears under the form of a colourless, oily, fuming, corrosive oily liquid, is a weaker base than ammonia, is usually made by dehydration of hydrazine hydrate, and which is used chiefly as a component of fuels for rocket and jet engines and in making salts(as the sulfates) and organic derivatives, but also as a blowing agent, a buoyancy agent for undersea salvage, an antioxidant(petroleum, detergents), a polymerization catalyst, a reactor cooling water, a scavenger for gases, a short-stopping agent, in agricultural chemicals, boiler feedwater, corrosion inhibitors, drugs(antibacterials, antihypertension), explosives, fuel cells, photographic developers, plating metals on glass and plastics, solder fluxes and Spandex fibers.

OBS

hydrazine: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

hydrazine: Exists also in the form of a hydrate (q.v.).

OBS

NH2NH2; H2N-NH2; H4N2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
NH2NH2
formula, see observation
H2N-NH2
formula, see observation
H4N2
formula, see observation
302-01-2
CAS number
DEF

Produit chimique de formule NH2NH2 ou H2N-NH2 ou H4N2 se présentant sous la forme d'un liquide très toxique, corrosif et miscible à l'eau, fondant à 2 °C et bouillant à 113 °C, fabriqué industriellement par action de l'hypochlorite de sodium sur l'ammoniac ou l'urée.

CONT

[...] l'hydrazine [...] est une base moyenne [...] et un réducteur. Dans ses emplois d'ergol pour fusée, elle est en partie remplacée par la diméthylhydrazine. On l'utilise aussi comme désoxygénant pour l'eau des chaudières, comme agent gonflant des matières plastiques et comme combustible dans les piles à combustible.

OBS

NH2NH2; H2N-NH2; H4N2

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
NH2NH2
formula, see observation
H2N-NH2
formula, see observation
H4N2
formula, see observation
302-01-2
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: NH2NH2 o H2N-NH2 o H4N2

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Record 3 - external organization data 2011-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Compartment - Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
Universal entry(ies)
DEF

A chemical compound having the formula HF which appears under the form of a colorless, fuming gas or liquid, is very soluble in water, is derived by distillation from the reaction product of calcium fluoride and sulfuric acid, also from fluosilicic acid, and is used as a catalyst in alkylation, isomerization, condensation, dehydration, and polymerization reactions, as a fluorinating agent in organic and inorganic reactions, in the production of fluorine and aluminum fluoride, as an additive in liquid rocket propellants and in the refining of uranium.

OBS

Compare with "hydrofluoric acid", which is hydrogen fluoride in aqueous solution.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Tiroir - Commission canadienne de sûreté nucléaire
Entrée(s) universelle(s)

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Compartimiento - Comisión Canadiense de Seguridad Nuclear
Entrada(s) universal(es)
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Record 4 2011-08-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
AlH3
formula, see observation
DEF

A chemical compound in the form of a white to gray powder, which evolves hydrogen on contact with water, which is used as a polymerization catalyst, a reducing agent, and in electrolytic coatings on plastics, textiles, fibers and other metals.

OBS

The IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) recommends the form "aluminium" instead of "aluminum."

OBS

Chemical format: AlH3

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
AlH3
formula, see observation
OBS

hydrure : Nom générique des combinaisons de l'hydrogène avec les autres corps simples.

OBS

Formule chimique : AlH3

Spanish

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Record 5 2011-08-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
(CH3)2SO
formula, see observation
C2H6OS
formula, see observation
67-68-5
CAS number
DEF

A chemical product which appears under the form of a colorless, nearly odorless, hygroscopic liquid whith a slightly bitter taste, which readily penetrates skin and other tissues, is combustible, is an extremely powerful aprotic solvent, is soluble in water, alcohol, benzene, acetone and chloroform, has a low toxicity, and is used as a solvent for polymerization and cyanide reactions, as an analytical reagent, in spinning polyacrylonitrile and other synthetic fibers, in industrial cleaners, in pesticides, in paint stripping, in hydraulic fluids, for the presentation of cells at low temperatures, in medicine as an anti-inflammatory and as a metal complexing agent.

OBS

(methylsulfinyl)methane: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

dimethyl sulfoxide: part of the Ingredient Disclosure List of the Hazardous Products Act (Registration SOR/88-64, December 31, 1987).

OBS

Also known under many trade names, such as: A 10846; Deltan; Demeso; Demasorb; Demavet; Demsodrox; Dermasorb; Dimexide; Dipirartril-Tropico; DMS-70; DMS-90; Dolicur; Doligur; Domoso; Dromisol; Durasorb; Gamasol 90; Hyadur; Infiltrina; M 176; NSC-763; Rimso-50; Somipront; SQ 9453; Syntexan and Topsym.

OBS

Chemical formula: (CH3)2SO or C2H6OS

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
(CH3)2SO
formula, see observation
C2H6OS
formula, see observation
67-68-5
CAS number
OBS

(méthylsulfinyl)méthane : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

diméthyl sulfoxyde; diméthyl sulfinone : formes incorrectes; font partie de la Liste de divulgation des ingrédients de la Loi sur les produits dangereux (du Canada; enr. DORS s/88-64, 31 déc. 1987).

OBS

Formule chimique : (CH3)2SO ou C2H6OS

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
(CH3)2SO
formula, see observation
C2H6OS
formula, see observation
67-68-5
CAS number
DEF

Líquido incoloro, casi inodoro, de sabor amargo, miscible con agua. Penetra completamente en la piel y otros tejidos. Combustible. Tóxico por vía oral.

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Record 6 2011-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Rubber
Universal entry(ies)
C4H9Li
formula, see observation
CH3CH2CH2CH2Li
formula, see observation
109-72-8
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound which appears usually in solution in one of the C5 to C7 hydrocarbons, in which it is quite stable, which is irritant, and which is used in the polymerization of isoprene and butadiene, as an intermediate in the preparation of lithium hydride, as a rocket fuel component and as a metalating agent.

OBS

butyllithium: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

n-butyllithium: The prefix "n" must be italicized; obsolete form.

OBS

Chemical formula: C4H9Li or CH3CH2CH2CH2Li

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Caoutchouc
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C4H9Li
formula, see observation
CH3CH2CH2CH2Li
formula, see observation
109-72-8
CAS number
OBS

butyllithium : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

n-butyllithium : Le préfixe «n» s'écrit en italique; forme vieillie.

OBS

Formule chimique : C4H9Li ou CH3CH2CH2CH2Li

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Caucho
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C4H9Li
formula, see observation
CH3CH2CH2CH2Li
formula, see observation
109-72-8
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: C4H9Li o CH3CH2CH2CH2Li

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Record 7 2011-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
C10H20O2S
formula, see observation
HSCH2COOCH2C7H15
formula, see observation
25103-09-7
CAS number
DEF

A chemical product which appears under the form of a combustible, water-white liquid with a faint fruity odour and is used in antioxidants, fungicides, oil additives, plasticizers, insecticides, stabilizers, polymerization modifiers, as a stabilizer in tin-sulfur compounds and a stripping agent for polysulfide rubber.

OBS

isooctyl thioglycolate: commercial name.

OBS

Chemical formula: C10H20O2S or HSCH2COOCH2C7H15

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C10H20O2S
formula, see observation
HSCH2COOCH2C7H15
formula, see observation
25103-09-7
CAS number
DEF

Produit chimique se présentant sous la forme d'un liquide blanchâtre, combustible, à odeur légèrement fruitée, utilisé comme antioxydant, fungicile et plastifiant.

OBS

thioglycolate d'isooctyle : nom commercial.

OBS

Formule chimique : C10H20O2S ou HSCH2COOCH2C7H15

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C10H20O2S
formula, see observation
HSCH2COOCH2C7H15
formula, see observation
25103-09-7
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: C10H20O2S o HSCH2COOCH2C7H15

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Record 8 2011-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
N2O4
formula, see observation
10544-72-6
CAS number
DEF

A compound of nitrogen with oxygen which is used in the production of nitric acid, as a nitrating agent, an oxidizing agent, a catalyst, an oxidizer for rocket fuels and a polymerization inhibitor for acrylates.

OBS

dinitrogen tetraoxide: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) for the systematic name corresponding to the CAS number indicated on the present record.

OBS

Also known under the following commercial designations: NA 1067; UN 1067.

OBS

nitrogen tetraoxide; nitrogen tetroxide: ambiguous names.

OBS

Chemical formula: N2O4

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
N2O4
formula, see observation
10544-72-6
CAS number
OBS

tétraoxyde de diazote : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée) pour le nom systématique correspondant au numéro CAS indiqué sur la présente fiche.

OBS

Ne pas confondre avec «vapeurs nitreuses» ou «vapeurs rutilantes» (en anglais : "nitrous fumes"), qui se rapporte à un mélange d'oxydes de l'azote où dominent le dioxyde et le peroxyde.

OBS

Formule chimique : N2O4

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
N2O4
formula, see observation
10544-72-6
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química : N2O4

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Record 9 2011-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
NO2
formula, see observation
10102-44-0
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound which appears under the form of a red to brown gas above 21. 1°C, a brown liquid below 21. 1°C, a colourless solid at approximately-11°C, is derived by oxidation of nitric acid, constitutes an intermediate stage in the oxidation of ammonia to nitric acid, and is used in the production of nitric acid, as a nitrating agent, an oxidizing agent, a catalyst, an oxidizer for rocket fuels and a polymerization inhibitor for acrylates.

OBS

The pressurized liquid is ... dinitrogen tetraoxide because of admixture of N2O4 with NO2 ...

OBS

nitrogen dioxide: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) for the systematic name corresponding to the CAS number indicated on the present record; term adopted by Environment Canada, used in the list of pollutants measured in the National Air Pollution Surveillance Network (NAPS).

OBS

Chemical formula: NO2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
NO2
formula, see observation
10102-44-0
CAS number
DEF

Oxyde de l'azote que l'on utilise dans la production d'acide nitrique, dans la fabrication d'explosifs, comme agent de blanchiment, comme agent de nitration, comme comburant, et comme agent oxydant.

OBS

dioxyde d'azote : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée) pour le nom systématique correspondant au numéro CAS indiqué sur la présente fiche; terme retenu par Environnement Canada, utilisé dans la liste des polluants mesurés par le Réseau national de surveillance de la pollution atmosphérique (RNSPA).

OBS

Formule chimique : NO2

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
NO2
formula, see observation
10102-44-0
CAS number
OBS

Líquido amarillo o gas rojo pardo. Componente importante de la contaminación del aire producida por los escapes de los automóviles. Muy tóxico.

OBS

Fórmula química : NO2

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Record 10 2011-08-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
DEF

A nonionic, water-soluble cellulose ether which appears under the form of a white, free-flowing powder, is insoluble in organic solvents, is stable in concentrated salt solutions, is resistant to grease and oil, has the property of retarding the evaporation of water in cements, mortars, and concrete, and is used as a thickening and a suspending agent, as a stabilizer for vinyl polymerization, as a binder in ceramic glazes, films, and sheeting, as a protective colloid, in paper and textile sizing and in secondary petroleum recovery.

OBS

Also known under a large number of commercial designations, among which: AW 15 (polysaccharide); BL 15; Fuji HEC-BL 20; Glutofix 600; Hercules N 100; Hespan; Hetastarch; J 164; Natrosol; Oets; Tylose.

OBS

HEC: This might be an in-house or a non-recognized abbreviation; not to be used alone, to avoid any risk of confusion.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
DEF

Monoéther de la cellulose et du glycol apparaissant sous la forme d'une poudre blanche, légère, non ionique, soluble dans l'eau, très peu soluble dans le glycol, le glycérol, que l'on utilise comme épaississant, comme colloïde protecteur dans les peintures et les émulsions, et en lithographie.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
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Record 11 2011-07-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
C24H46O4
formula, see observation
(C11H23CO)O2
formula, see observation
105-74-8
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound which appears under the form of a white, coarse, tasteless powder with a faint odour, is soluble in oils and in most organic solvents, slightly soluble in alcohols, insoluble in water and is used as a bleaching agent, an intermediate and a drying agent for fats, oils and waxes and as a polymerization catalyst.

OBS

lauroyl peroxide: obsolete form.

OBS

Chemical formula: C24H46O4 or (C11H23CO)O2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C24H46O4
formula, see observation
(C11H23CO)O2
formula, see observation
105-74-8
CAS number
DEF

Composé chimique se présentant sous la forme de paillettes ou d'une poudre grossière blanche, de faible odeur, sans saveur, soluble dans les solvants organiques et les huiles, peu soluble dans l'alcool, les esters, les éthers, les cétones et les hydrocarbures aliphatiques, insoluble dans l'eau, utilisé comme catalyseur de polymérisation, comme agent de blanchiment des huiles, des graisses et des cires.

OBS

peroxyde de lauryle : forme vieillie.

OBS

Formule chimique : C24H46O4 ou (C11H23CO)O2

Spanish

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Record 12 2011-06-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Rubber
  • Plastics Manufacturing
Universal entry(ies)
CH3COOC3H4(COOCH2CH:CH2)3
formula, see observation
DEF

[A] cross-linking agent for polyester [used as a] monomer for polymerization.

OBS

triallyl 2-acetoxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

acetyl triallyl citrate: improper commercial name.

OBS

Chemical formula: CH3COOC3H4(COOCH2CH:CH2)3

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Caoutchouc
  • Plasturgie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
CH3COOC3H4(COOCH2CH:CH2)3
formula, see observation
OBS

2-acétoxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate de triallyle : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

citrate acétotriallylique : nom commercial impropre.

OBS

Formule chimique : CH3COOC3H4(COOCH2CH:CH2)3

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Caucho
  • Fabricación de plásticos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
CH3COOC3H4(COOCH2CH:CH2)3
formula, see observation
OBS

Fórmula química : CH3COOC3H4(COOCH2CH:CH2)3

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Record 13 2011-03-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
TiCl3
formula, see observation
7705-07-9
CAS number
OBS

Properties : Dark violet, anhydrous deliquescent crystals;... Use : Reducing agent, organic synthesis, cocatalyst for polyolefin polymerization, organometallic synthesis involving titanium, laundry stripping agent.

OBS

Chemical formula: TiCl3

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
TiCl3
formula, see observation
7705-07-9
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : TiCl3

Key term(s)
  • chlorure de titane-III

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
TiCl3
formula, see observation
7705-07-9
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: TiCl3

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Record 14 2009-02-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
Universal entry(ies)
DEF

A white powder slightly soluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents [used as] a bleaching agent for oil, flour, cheese, milk.

OBS

Also a drying agent and a polymerization catalyst.

OBS

benzoyl peroxide: incorrect form.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
DEF

Poudre blanche, peu soluble dans l'eau, soluble dans la plupart des solvants organiques.

OBS

Agent de blanchiment (huile, farine, fromages, lait).

OBS

peroxyde de benzoyle : forme incorrecte.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Aditivos alimentarios
Entrada(s) universal(es)
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Record 15 2001-07-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Grain Growing
  • Fatty Substances (Food)
CONT

Oilseeds are used in the production of vegetable oils and high-protein meals. Vegetable oils may be used for edible purposes, especially as salad or cooking oils, shortenings and margarines, and also for industrial purposes, primarily as a source of fatty acids and related derivatives or as polymerization agents in the paint and linoleum industries. The major oilseeds grown in Canada are rapeseed (of which the low-erucic acid, low-glucosinolate varieties are known as canola), soybean, flaxseed and sunflowerseed.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Culture des céréales
  • Corps gras (Ind. de l'aliment.)
CONT

Les graines oléagineuses sont utilisées dans la production d'huiles végétales et de tourteaux riches en protéines. Les huiles végétales peuvent être utilisées dans l'alimentation, surtout comme huiles de table et huiles de cuisine, et dans la composition des shortenings et des margarines; elles sont aussi utilisées dans l'industrie, principalement comme source d'acides gras et de dérivés apparentés ou comme agents de polymérisation dans la fabrication ds peintures et du linoléum. Les principales plantes oléagineuses cultivées au Canada sont le colza (dont les variétés à faible teneur en acide érucique et en glucosinolates portent le nom de canola), le soja, le lin et le tournesol.

Spanish

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