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TRICHLOROFLUOROMETHANEICSC: 0047 (July 2002)
Trichloromonofluoromethane
Fluorotrichloromethane
CFC 11
R 11
CAS #: 75-69-4
EC Number: 200-892-3

  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 drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Irregular heartbeat. Confusion. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. Dry skin.  Cold-insulating gloves.  ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  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
Ventilation. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. 
PACKAGING
 
TRICHLOROFLUOROMETHANE ICSC: 0047
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS GAS OR HIGHLY VOLATILE LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air. The vapour is heavier than air and may accumulate in lowered spaces causing a deficiency of oxygen. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic and corrosive gases of hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163), phosgene (see ICSC 0007), hydrogen fluoride (see ICSC 0283) and carbonyl fluoride (see ICSC 0633). Reacts with powdered aluminium, powdered zinc, magnesium shavings, lithium shavings and granular barium. 

Formula: CCl3F
Molecular mass: 137.4
Boiling point: 24°C
Melting point: -111°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.49
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.1
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 89.0
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.7
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 4.4
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.53  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The liquid may cause frostbite. The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system and central nervous system. This may result in cardiac disorders and central nervous system depression. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness. See Notes. 

Inhalation risk
On loss of containment this substance can cause suffocation by lowering the oxygen content of the air in confined areas. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 1000 ppm as STEL; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen).
MAK: 5700 mg/m3, 1000 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: C 

ENVIRONMENT
Avoid release to the environment because of its impact on the ozone layer. 

NOTES
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death.
Check oxygen content before entering area.
The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure.
The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient.
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
  EC Classification
 

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