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Material Safety Data Sheet
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FE-25
3016FR Revised 4-MAR-2008
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
Corporate MSDS Number : DU002868
CAS Number : 354-33-6
Formula : CHF2-CF3
CAS Name : PENTAFLUOROETHANE
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont Fluoroproducts
1007 Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19898
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-800-441-7515 (outside the U.S.
302-774-1000)
Transport Emergency : CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300(outside U.S.
703-527-3887)
Medical Emergency : 1-800-441-3637 (outside the U.S.
302-774-1000)
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
ETHANE, PENTAFLUORO- 354-33-6 100
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
INHALATION
Gross overexposure may cause: Central nervous system depression
with dizziness, confusion, incoordination, drowsiness or
unconsciousness. Suffocation, if air is displaced by vapors.
Based on animal data, this material may cause: Irregular heart
beat with a strange sensation in the chest, "heart thumping",
apprehension, lightheadedness, feeling of fainting, dizziness,
weakness, sometimes progressing to loss of consciousness and death.
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SKIN CONTACT
Immediate effects of overexposure may include: Frostbite, if
liquid or escaping vapor contacts the skin. Significant skin
permeation, and systemic toxicity, after contact appears unlikely.
There are no reports of human sensitization.
ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Increased susceptibility to the effects of this material may be
observed in persons with pre-existing disease of the:
cardiovascular system.
Carcinogenicity Information
None of the components present in this material at concentrations
equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH
as a carcinogen.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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# First Aid
INHALATION:
If concentrations above the recommended levels are inhaled,
immediately move person to fresh air. Keep person calm. If
not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT:
Flush area with lukewarm water. Do not use hot water. If
frostbite has occurred, call a physician.
EYE CONTACT:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
INGESTION:
Not a probable route. However, in case of accidental
ingestion, call a physician.
Notes to Physicians
THIS MATERIAL MAY MAKE THE HEART MORE SUSCEPTIBLE TO
ARRHYTHMIAS. Catecholamines such as adrenaline, and other
compounds having similar effects, should be reserved for
emergencies and then used only with special caution.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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# Flammable Properties
NOTE: HFC-125 is used as a fire extinguishant.
Flash Point: No flash point
Flammable Limits in air, % by Volume:
LEL : None per ASTM E681
UEL : None per ASTM E681
Extinguishing Media
Use media appropriate for surrounding material.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Wear self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment. Cool
tank/container with water spray.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area, especially low or enclosed places where
heavy vapors might collect. Do not reoccupy area until the
HFC-125 vapor concentration is within recommended levels and
the room atmosphere is safe. Extinguish open flames or
eliminate sources of extremely high temperature that may
produce decomposition products. Comply with Federal, State,
and local regulations on reporting releases.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Avoid breathing high concentrations of vapor. Use with
sufficient ventilation to keep employee exposure below
recommended limits. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothing.
Storage
Clean, dry area. Do not store above 52 deg C (125 deg F).
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
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 or enclosed places.
Personal Protective Equipment
Impervious gloves should be used to avoid prolonged or
repeated exposure. Chemical splash goggles should be
available for use as needed to prevent eye contact. Under
normal manufacturing conditions, no respiratory protection
is required when using this product. Self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) is required if a large release
occurs.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
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PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
AEL * (DuPont) : 1000 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA
WEEL (AIHA) : 1000 ppm, 4900 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA
* AEL is DuPont鈥檚 Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally
imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL
are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
Boiling Point : -48.5 C (-55.3 F)
Vapor Pressure : 1377 kPa 200 psia at 25 deg C (77 deg F)
Vapor Density : 4.2 (Air = 1)
Freezing Point : -103 C (-153 F)
% Volatiles : 100 WT%
Solubility in Water : 0.09 WT% @ 25 C (77 F)
Odor : Slight ethereal
Form : Liquefied gas
Color : Clear, colorless
Density : 1.248 g/cc at 20 deg C (68 deg F) -
Liquid
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Material is stable under normal storage conditions. In the
presence of open flames or extemely high temperatures,
decomposition may occur.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
Incompatible with alkali or alkaline earth metals- powdered
Al, Zn, Be, etc.
Decomposition
Decomposition products are hazardous. This material can be
decomposed by high temperatures (open flames, glowing metal
surfaces, etc.) forming hydrofluoric acid and possibly carbonyl
fluoride.
As in the case with all HFC fire extinguishants, there is a
potential to produce hazardous thermal decomposition
products. Appropriate caution must be used to ensure that
safe levels of fire extinguishant and decomposition products
exist before allowing personnel to enter the area without
appropriate personal protective equipment.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
EYE:
This material has not been tested for eye irritation.
SKIN:
LD50: No information found.
This material has not been tested for skin irritation or
sensitization.
INGESTION:
LD50: No information found.
INHALATION:
4 hour, ALC, rat: > 709,000 ppm (Very low toxicity).
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Single exposure to high doses caused: Lethargy. Labored
breathing. Weak cardiac sensitization, a potentially fatal
disturbance of heart rhythm caused by a heightened sensitivity to
the action of epinephrine. Lowest-Observed-Adverse-Effect-Level
for cardiac sensitization: 100,000 ppm.
Repeated exposure caused: No significant toxicological effects.
No-Observed-Adverse-Effect-Level (NOAEL): 75,000 ppm
ADDITIONAL TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:
No animal data are available to define the following effects of
this material: carcinogenicity, reproductive toxicity. In animal
testing this material has not caused developmental toxicity.
Tests have shown that this material does not cause genetic damage
in bacterial or mammalian cell cultures, or in animals. This
material has not been tested for its ability to cause permanent
genetic damage in reproductive cells of mammals (not tested for
heritable genetic damage).
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local
regulations.
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TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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Shipping Information
DOT/IMO
Proper Shipping Name : PENTAFLUOROETHANE
Hazard Class : 2.2
UN No. : 3220
DOT/IMO Label : NONFLAMMABLE GAS
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status : Reported/Included.
TITLE III HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS SECTIONS 311, 312
Acute : Yes
Chronic : No
Fire : No
Reactivity : No
Pressure : Yes
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LISTS:
SARA Extremely Hazardous Substance -No
CERCLA Hazardous Substance -No
SARA Toxic Chemical -No
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OTHER INFORMATION
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NFPA, NPCA-HMIS
NPCA-HMIS Rating
Health :1
Flammability :0
Reactivity :1
Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use
conditions.
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsibility for MSDS : MSDS Coordinator
> : DuPont Fluoroproducts
Address : Wilmington, DE 19898
Telephone : (800) 441-7515
# Indicates updated section.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
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