Handling Most metals corrode rapidly with wet chlorine. Systems must be kept dry. Lead, gold, tantalum and Hastelloy are most resistant to wet chlorine. Use only in well-ventilated areas, vented gas storage cabinets , or fume hoods . Wear chemical splash goggles and PVC, Kel-F or Teflon gloves to prevent eye and skin protection.
Storage Consider using leak detection and alarm systems.
Follow all applicable recommendations for storage and handling of compressed gases . Disposal Chlorine cylinders should be returned to the compressed gas distributor when emptied or no longer used. For More Information See the MSDS for chlorine from BOC Gases . Please offer suggestions for improving this page.