ICSC 0274 - FLUOROACETIC ACID

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FLUOROACETIC ACID	ICSC: 0274 (April 2017)
Monofluoroacetic acid FAA alpha-Fluoroacetic acid

CAS #: 144-49-0

UN #: 2642

EC Number: 205-631-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	See Chemical Dangers.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Muscle cramps. Confusion. Irregular heartbeat. Symptoms may be delayed.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Serious skin burns. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower for at least 15 minutes. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Eyes	Blurred vision. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burns in mouth and throat. Abdominal pain. Convulsions. Shock or collapse. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Fatal if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Harmful to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: I
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
PACKAGING
Airtight. Unbreakable packaging. Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

FLUOROACETIC ACID

ICSC: 0274

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces highly toxic fumes including fluorides. Reacts with many chemicals. This produces toxic and flammable gases.	Formula: C₂H₃FO₂ / CH₂FCOOH Molecular mass: 78.0 Boiling point: 165°C Melting point: 35.2°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.37 Solubility in water: freely soluble Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.061 (estimated) Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 534

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces highly toxic fumes including fluorides. Reacts with many chemicals. This produces toxic and flammable gases.

Formula: C₂H₃FO₂ / CH₂FCOOH
Molecular mass: 78.0
Boiling point: 165°C
Melting point: 35.2°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.37
Solubility in water: freely soluble
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.061 (estimated)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 534

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system, central nervous system and kidneys. This may result in impaired functions including cardiac and renal failure. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. See Notes. Exposure could cause death.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the testes and heart.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system, central nervous system and kidneys. This may result in impaired functions including cardiac and renal failure. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. See Notes. Exposure could cause death.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the testes and heart.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to mammals.

NOTES
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Isolate contaminated clothing by sealing in a bag or other container.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T+, N; R: 28-50; S: (1/2)-20-22-26-45-61

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