Chloromethyl chloroformate
HMT May 2026Chloromethyl chloroformate
Chloromethyl chloroformate (CClO2CH2Cl), also known as palite gas, is a chemical compound and used for chemical warfare during World War I. German forces used a mixture of chloromethyl chloroformate and dichloromethyl chloroformate called "K-Stoff", while French and other Allied forces used it under name "Palite". It is a tearing agent designed to cause temporary blindness. It is a colorless liquid with a penetrating, irritating odor. Industrially, chloromethyl chloroformate is used to manufacture other chemicals. Wikipedia
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Hazardous Materials Table
Source: 49 CFR §172 (2026/05)(3) Hazard Class6.1Poisonous Material |
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(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)
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| IB2 | |
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| T7 | |
| TP2 | |
| TP13 |
(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***) 
| (8A) Exceptions | 153 | see 49 CFR §173.153 |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | 202 | see 49 CFR §173.202 |
| (8C) Bulk | 243 | see 49 CFR §173.243 |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | 1 L |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | 30 L |
(10) Vessel stowage 
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| (10B) Other |
Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage
This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.
Scope & sources (important)Click to show CFR references
This check evaluates segregation per 49 CFR §177.848. Additional loading/unloading and handling requirements may still apply; see 49 CFR §177 Subpart B (Loading and Unloading):
- §177.834 - General requirements
- §177.835 - Class 1 materials
- §177.837 - Class 3 materials
- §177.838 - Class 4 (flammable solid) materials, Class 5 (oxidizing) materials, and Division 4.2 (pyroforic liquid) materials
- §177.839 - Class 8 (corrosive) materials
- §177.840 - Class 2 (gases) materials
- §177.841 - Division 6.1 and Division 2.3 materials
- §177.842 - Class 7 (radioactive) material
- §177.843 - Contamination of vehicles

