ICSC 1343 - 2,2-DICHLORO-1,1,1-TRIFLUOROETHANE

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2,2-DICHLORO-1,1,1-TRIFLUOROETHANE	ICSC: 1343 (November 1998)
HCFC 123

CAS #: 306-83-2

EC Number: 206-190-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.	NO open flames.	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	Confusion. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety spectacles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	See Inhalation.		Rest.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Keep in a well-ventilated room.
PACKAGING

2,2-DICHLORO-1,1,1-TRIFLUOROETHANE

ICSC: 1343

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air and may accumulate in lowered spaces causing a deficiency of oxygen. Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces phosgene, hydrogen fluoride and hydrogen chloride.	Formula: C₂HCl₂F₃ / CHCl₂CF₃ Molecular mass: 152.9 Boiling point: 28°C Melting point: -107°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.5 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.21 Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 14 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.4

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

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

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces phosgene, hydrogen fluoride and hydrogen chloride.

Formula: C₂HCl₂F₃ / CHCl₂CF₃
Molecular mass: 152.9
Boiling point: 28°C
Melting point: -107°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.5
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.21
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 14
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.4

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system and cardiovascular system. This may result in narcosis and cardiac disorders.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the liver.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system and cardiovascular system. This may result in narcosis and cardiac disorders.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

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

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: carcinogen category: 3

ENVIRONMENT
Avoid release to the environment because of its impact on the ozone layer. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment because it is persistent. Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use.

NOTES
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death. Check oxygen content before entering area.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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