Material Safety Data Sheet
1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113)
Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: 1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113)
Product Name
: AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries
Supplier
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253
: Synthetic/Analytical chemistry.
Product use
: 001098
MSDS#
Date of : 5/15/2006.
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency
Section 2. Hazards identification
: Liquid. (COLORLESS TO WATER-WHITE LIQUID WITH AN ODOR LIKE CARBON
Physical state
TETRACHLORIDE (AT HIGH CONCENTRATIONS) [NOTE: A GAS ABOVE 118 F.])
: Warning!
Emergency overview
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: HEART, CARDIOVASCULAR
SYSTEM, SKIN, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
Contact with rapidly expanding gases can cause frostbite.
: Inhalation
Routes of entry
Potential acute health effects
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Eyes :
Irritating to skin.
Skin :
Practically non-toxic by inhalation.
Inhalation :
Ingestion is not a normal route of exposure for gases
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH.
:
Potential chronic health :
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
: Acute or chronic respiratory conditions may be aggravated by overexposure to this gas.
Medical conditions
aggravated by overexposure
See toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name CAS number % Volume Exposure limits
1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane 76-13-1 100 ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2005). Notes:
(Halocarbon 113) 1996 Adoption Refers to Appendix A --
Carcinogens.
STEL: 9590 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
STEL: 1250 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
TWA: 7670 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 9500 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
STEL: 1250 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
TWA: 7600 mg/m 3 10 hour(s). Form: All
forms
TWA: 1000 ppm 10 hour(s). Form: All forms
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
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1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113)
TWA: 7600 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
Section 4. First aid measures
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.If fumes are still suspected to be present,
the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or a self-contained breathing apparatus.It may be dangerous to the person
providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated
Skin contact
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Get medical attention.
: Try to warm up the frozen tissues and seek medical attention.
Frostbite
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
Inhalation
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
Ingestion
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.
Section 5. Fire fighting measures
Flammability of the product : Non-flammable.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2), halogenated compounds, hydrogen
Products of combustion
chloride, hydrogen fluoride.
: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Fire fighting media and
instructions
No specific hazard.
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
equipment for fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental release measures
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use
Personal precautions
suitable protective equipment (Section 8).
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
: If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small spills add
Methods for cleaning up
absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable materials) scoop up
material and place in a sealed, liquid-proof container for disposal. For large spills dike
spilled material or otherwise contain material to ensure runoff does not reach a
waterway. Place spilled material in an appropriate container for disposal.
Section 7. Handling and storage
: Wash thoroughly after handling.
Handling
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: No special ventilation requirements. Good general ventilation should be sufficient to
Engineering controls
control airborne levels. If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, use
process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep
worker exposure below any recommended or statutory limits.
Personal protection
: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
Eyes
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or
dusts.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling
this product.
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1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113)
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
Respiratory
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.
The applicable standards are (US) 29 CFR 1910.134 and (Canada) Z94.4-93
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves or gauntlets complying with an approved standard
Hands
should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment
indicates this is necessary.
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
187.37 g/mole
Molecular weight :
C2-Cl3-F3
Molecular formula :
47.78掳C (118掳F)
Boiling/condensation point :
-34.99掳C (-31掳F)
Melting/freezing point :
Not available.
Critical temperature :
Not available.
Vapor pressure :
Not available.
Vapor density :
Specific Volume (ft3/lb) 17.5747
:
Gas Density (lb/ft3) 0.0569
:
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
Incompatibility with various : Highly reactive with metals.
substances
Hazardous decomposition : These products are halogenated compounds, hydrogen chloride, hydrogen fluoride.
products
Section 11. Toxicological information
Toxicity data
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane LC50 155540 ppm (1 Inhalation Rat
(Halocarbon 113) hour(s))
: 2000 ppm
IDLH
Chronic effects on humans : CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH.
:
Causes damage to the following organs: heart, cardiovascular system, skin, central
nervous system (CNS).
: Not considered to be toxic for humans.
Other toxic effects on
humans
Specific effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Carcinogenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity
Section 12. Ecological information
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2), halogenated compounds.
Products of degradation
: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation
: Not available.
Environmental fate
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Environmental hazards
: Not available.
Toxicity to the environment
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1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113)
Section 13. Disposal considerations
Product removed from the cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, local
regulation.Return cylinders with residual product to Airgas, Inc.Do not dispose of locally.
Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY 9 Not applicable (gas). -
HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCE, 9
LIQUID, N.O.S.
(1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-
trifluoroethane)
TDG Classification UN3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY 9 Not applicable (gas). Explosive
HAZARDOUS Limit and
SUBSTANCE, Limited
9
LIQUID, N.O.S. Quantity
(1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2- Index
trifluoroethane) 5
UN3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY 9 Not applicable (gas). -
Mexico
HAZARDOUS
Classification
SUBSTANCE, 9
LIQUID, N.O.S.
(1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-
trifluoroethane)
Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: TSCA 6 final risk management: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
U.S. Federal regulations
TSCA 8(b) inventory: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
TSCA 12(b) annual export notification: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: 1,1,2-
trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic)
Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
SARA 313
Product name CAS number Concentration
: 1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113) 76-13-1 100
Form R - Reporting
requirements
: 1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113) 76-13-1 100
Supplier notification
SARA 313 notifications must not be detached from the MSDS and any copying and redistribution of the MSDS shall
include copying and redistribution of the notice attached to copies of the MSDS subsequently redistributed.
: Pennsylvania RTK: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane: (environmental hazard, generic
State regulations
environmental hazard)
Massachusetts RTK: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
New Jersey: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
Canada
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1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane (Halocarbon 113)
: Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
WHMIS (Canada)
CEPA DSL: 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane
Section 16. Other information
United States
: CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: HEART, CARDIOVASCULAR
Label Requirements
SYSTEM, SKIN, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
Canada
: Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
Label Requirements
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Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.)
0
Fire hazard
0
Reactivity
C
Personal protection
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
0
Association (U.S.A.)
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Health Instability
Special
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named
supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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