1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE | ICSC: 1281 (March 1998) |
HFC 134a |
CAS #: 811-97-2 |
UN #: 3159 |
EC Number: 212-377-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. NO contact with hot surfaces. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Lethargy. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Cold-insulating gloves. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. |
Eyes | Wear safety goggles. | ||
Ingestion |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE | ICSC: 1281 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H2F4 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: 4200 mg/m3, 1000 ppm; peak limitation category: II(8); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal. |
NOTES |
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Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations