2,3,3,3-TETRAFLUOROPROPENE | ICSC: 1776 (April 2014) |
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoroprop-1-ene HFO-1234yf R1234YF |
CAS #: 754-12-1 |
UN #: 3161 |
EC Number: 468-710-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Extremely flammable. Cylinder may explode in heat of 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) if in liquid state. | Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out. In other cases extinguish with carbon dioxide, dry powder. Combat fire from a sheltered position. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Dizziness. Headache. Lethargy. 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 | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Wear face shield or safety goggles. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Turn off gas at source if possible. Ventilation. Remove gas with fine water spray. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Extremely flammable gasContains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Cool. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
2,3,3,3-TETRAFLUOROPROPENE | ICSC: 1776 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H2F4 / CH2CFCF3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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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: 950 mg/m3, 200 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death. Check oxygen content before entering area. 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