NATIONAL REFRIGERANTS, INC
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
IDENTIFICATION
NAME SYNONYMS
Chlorodifluoromethane, Perfluoropropane and Refrigerant 403B; Isceon 69-L
Propane Mixture
FORMULA CHEMICAL FAMILY
CHClF2/C3F8/C3H8 Halogenated Hydrocarbons
DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESS
National Refrigerants, Inc. Rosenhayn, NJ 08352
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS SARA/TITLE III STATUS
Reported/Included See HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
Section
PRODUCT INFORMATION MEDICAL EMERGENCY
(800) 262-0012 (856) 455-4555
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY
CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
MATERIAL CAS NO. APPROXIMATE %
Chlorodifluoromethane 75-45-6 55
Perfluoropropane 76-19-7 39
Propane 74-98-6 6
SARA TITLE III INFORMATION ( 40CFR300 )
EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40CFR355)
MATERIAL TPQ (LBS) RQ (LBS)
None listed N/A N/A
CERCLA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40CFR302.4)
MATERIAL WT% RQ (LBS)
None listed N/A N/A
PRODUCT HAZARD CATAGORIES (SARA TITLE III/SECTIONS 311 & 312)
IMMEDIATE YES DELAYED NO
FIRE NO PRESSURE YES
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REACTIVE NO
TOXIC SUBSTANCES (SARA TITLE III/SECTION 313 & 40CFR372)
MATERIAL CAS NO. WT %
Chlorodifluoromethane 75-45-6 55
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT VOLATILITY
-57.1癋 (-46.5癈) 100% vol.
LIQUID DENSITY VAPOR DENSITY
71.79 lb/ft3 @ 77癋 (25癈) 2.7593 lb/ft3 @ 77癋 (25癈)
VAPOR PRESSURE SOLUBILITY IN WATER
191.2 psia @ 77癋 (25癈) 0.3% wt. @ 77癋 (25癈)
pH INFORMATION EVAPORATION RATE
Neutral >1 (CCl4=1)
FORM APPEARANCE
Liquified Gas Clear
COLOR ODOR
Colorless Slightly ethereal
HAZARDOUS REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Material is stable. Avoid open flames and high temperatures.
DECOMPOSITION
This material may decompose if exposed to high temperatures (open flames, glowing metal
surfaces, etc.) forming hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acids, and possible carbonyl halides.
INCOMPATABILITY
Alkali or alkaline earth metals (powdered Al, Zn, Be, etc.)
POLYMERIZATION
Will not occur.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION INFORMATION
FLASH POINT FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR
None LOWER: Not determined UPPER: Not determined
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE AUTODECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE
Not determined Not determined
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Use water spray or fog to cool containers. Cylinders may rupture under fire conditions.
Decomposition may occur.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Use extinguishing media as appropriate for combustables.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is required if cylinders rupture and contents are
released under fire conditions.
NFPA-HMIS RATINGS
Health 1 Reactivity 1
Flammability 0 Personal Protection -
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
PRINCIPLE HEATLH HAZARDS
Inhaling high concentrations of vapor is harmful and may cause light-headedness, shortness
of breath, heart irregularities, unconsciousness or death. Vapor is heavier than air and may
reduce oxygen available for breathing.
Intentional misuse can be fatal.
Human health effects from overexposure by inhalation, ingestion, or skin or eye contact may
initially include: temporary nervous system depression with anaesthetic effects such as
dizziness, headache, confusion, incoordination and loss of consciousness. Higher exposures
may lead to temporary alteration of the heart's electrical activity with irregular pulse,
palpitations or inadequate circulation. Gross overexposure may be fatal. Skin contact with
liquid may cause frostbite.
Individuals with preexisting diseases of the central nervous system or cardiovascular system
may have increased suseptability to the toxicity of excessive exposures.
Inhalation 4-hour LC50: Not established for mixture
Oral LD50: Not established for mixture
CARCINOGENICITY
Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
PEL (OSHA): 1000 ppm for chlorodifluoromethane and propane
TLV (ACGIH): 1000 ppm for chlorodifluoromethane and propane
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Avoid breathing vapors and prolonged skin exposure. Use with sufficient ventilation to keep
exposure below recommended limits.
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FIRST AID
INHALATION OF HIGH CONCENTRATIONS: Remove to fresh air; keep calm. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT: Flush skin with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation is persistant.
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with plenty of water. Call a physician.
IF SWALLOWED: No specific intervention is indicated as the compound is not likely to be hazardous
by ingestion. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Call a physician.
NOTE TO PHYSICIANS: Because of possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs,
such as epinephrine, should only be used with special caution in situations of emergency life support.
PROTECTION INFORMATION
GENERAL CONTROL MEASURES
Normal ventilation for standard manufacturing procedures is generally adequate. Local
exhaust should be used when large amounts are released. Mechanical ventilation should be
used in low places.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Butyl gloves should be worn to avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Chemical splash
goggles should be worn as needed to prevent eye contact. Under normal use, no respiratory
protection is required when using this chemical. Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
is required if a large spill or release occurs.
DISPOSAL INFORMATION
SPILL, LEAK OR RELEASE
Ventilate area. Use self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in case of large spills.
Comply with Federal, State and local regulations on reporting releases.
WASTE DISPOSAL
Comply with Federal, State and local regulations. Do not vent to atmosphere.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT WARNING LABEL
WARNING: Contains HCFC22, a substance which harms public health and environment by
destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere.
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OZONE DEPLETION POTENTIAL
0.05
SHIPPING INFORMATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Refrigerant Gases, N.O.S. (Chlorodifluoromethane, Perfluoropropane
and Propane)
UN NUMBER: 1078
HAZARD CLASS: 2.2 (NON-FLAMMABLE GAS)
DOT LABELS: 2.2 (NON-FLAMMABLE GAS)
DOT PLACARD: NON-FLAMMABLE GAS
PROPER SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: Refrigerant Gases, N.O.S. (Chlorodifluoromethane,
Perfluoropropane and Propane Mixture), 2.2, UN1078
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National Refrigerants, Inc. believes that the information and recommendations contained herein
(including data and statements) are accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERING THE INFORMATION
PROVIDED HEREIN. The information provided herein relates only to the specific product designated
and may not be valid where such product is used in combination with any other methods or use of the
product and of the information referred to herein are beyond the control of National Refrigerants.
National Refrigerants expressly disclaims any and all liability as to any results obtained or arising from
any use of the product or reliance on such information.
DATE OF LATEST REVISION/REVIEW: 9/01
PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR MSDS: Ray Madariaga
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