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CARBONYL FLUORIDEICSC: 0633 (November 2003)
Carbon oxyfluoride
Carbon difluoride oxide
Difluoroformaldehyde
Fluorophosgene
CAS #: 353-50-4
UN #: 2417
EC Number: 206-534-2

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.        In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.  In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. 

 STRICT HYGIENE!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Burning sensation. Sore throat. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness. Pain. ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.  Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing.  ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain. ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.  Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion      

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 2.3; UN Subsidiary Risks: 8 

STORAGE
Fireproof if in building. Cool. 
PACKAGING
 
CARBONYL FLUORIDE ICSC: 0633
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes at 450-490°C. This produces toxic gases. Reacts with water and moist air. 

Formula: COF2
Molecular mass: 66.0
Boiling point: -83°C
Melting point: -114°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.39 (-190°C)
Density (gas): 2.89 g/l
Solubility in water: reaction
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.3  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of the gas. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of high concentrations may cause lung oedema. Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. See Notes. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 2 ppm as TWA; 5 ppm as STEL 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
The compound decomposes in the body to hydrogen fluoride, see ICSC 0283 Hydrogen fluoride.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor, or by an authorized person, should be considered.
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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