Ethyl Chloride (C2H5Cl)

1. Also known as Chloroethane, Ethyl Chloride is of the solution:
Carbon
Hydrogen
Chlorine

2. Ethyl Chloride is a colorless, flammable liquefied gas with a pungent ether-like odor. During heating and or combustion, Ethyl Chloride produces toxic substances.

3. Ethyl Chloride is used as a propellant in aerosols, an insecticide, as well as a local anesthetic. In addition, this substance is used as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, acetylene, and resins.

4. Inhaling Ethyl Chloride may result in an anesthetic or narcotic effect, causing headaches, dizziness and nausea. Exposure to higher concentrations may cause unconsciousness and possibly death.

5. Austin Air filters have a satisfactory capacity for this particular substance and will provide a sufficient service adsorbing the Ethyl Chloride from the environment.