1,1-DIFLUOROETHANE | ICSC: 1729 (March 2009) |
HFC-152a Freon 152a Ethane, 1,1,-difluoro- Ethylene fluoride Refrigerant gas R 152a |
CAS #: 75-37-6 |
UN #: 1030 |
EC Number: 200-866-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Extremely flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Gas/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). Use non-sparking handtools. | Use carbon dioxide, powder, water spray. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness. Suffocation. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Cold-insulating gloves. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | See Skin. | Wear safety goggles 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 | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Remove vapour with fine water spray. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Extremely flammable gasContains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
1,1-DIFLUOROETHANE | ICSC: 1729 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H4F2 |
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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ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. Check oxygen content before entering area. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations