ICSC 1421 - 1,1,2,2-TETRACHLORO-1,2-DIFLUOROETHANE

1,1,2,2-TETRACHLORO-1,2-DIFLUOROETHANE	ICSC: 1421 (November 2003)
1,2-Difluoro-1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethane CFC-112 Fluorocarbon 112

CAS #: 76-12-0

EC Number: 200-935-6

	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.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Irregular heartbeat. Confusion. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles.	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.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
See Chemical Dangers. Well closed.
PACKAGING

1,1,2,2-TETRACHLORO-1,2-DIFLUOROETHANE

ICSC: 1421

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic fumes including hydrogen chloride, hydrogen fluoride and phosgene. Reacts with alkali metals, powdered aluminium, magnesium and zinc. Attacks plastics, rubber and coatings.	Formula: C₂Cl₄F₂ / Cl₂FCCCl₂F Molecular mass: 203.8 Boiling point: 93°C Melting point: 26°C Density: 1.65 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml: 0.012 Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 5.3 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.0

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic fumes including hydrogen chloride, hydrogen fluoride and phosgene. Reacts with alkali metals, powdered aluminium, magnesium and zinc. Attacks plastics, rubber and coatings.

Formula: C₂Cl₄F₂ / Cl₂FCCCl₂F
Molecular mass: 203.8
Boiling point: 93°C
Melting point: 26°C
Density: 1.65 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 0.012
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 5.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.0

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. Inhalation of high levels may cause lung oedema. See Notes. 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.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. Inhalation of high levels may cause lung oedema. See Notes. 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.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 50 ppm as TWA. MAK: 1700 mg/m³, 200 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: D

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

NOTES
Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding. 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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