Material Safety Data Sheet
R-114
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: R-114
DISTRIBUTOR: National Refrigerants, Inc.
661 Kenyon Avenue
Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL:
(Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm) CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
1-800-262-0012
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME CAS NUMBER WEIGHT %
Dichlorotetrafluoroethane 76-14-2 100
Trace impurities and additional material names not listed above may also appear in Section 15 toward the end of the MSDS.
These materials may be listed for local 鈥淩ight-To-Know鈥? compliance and for other reasons.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Colorless, volatile liquid with ethereal and faint sweetish odor. Non-flammable material.
Overexposure may cause dizziness and loss of concentration. At higher levels, CNS depression and cardiac arrhythmia
may result from exposure. Vapors displace air and can cause asphyxiation in confined spaces. At higher temperatures,
(>250掳C), decomposition products may include Hydrochloric Acid (HCI), Hydrofluoric Acid (HF) and carbonyl halides.
POTENTIAL HEALTH HAZARDS
SKIN: Irritation would result from a defatting action on tissue. Liquid contact could cause frostbite.
EYES: Liquid contact can cause severe irritation and frostbite. Mist may irritate.
INHALATION: R-114 is low in acute toxicity in animals even at concentrations of 5% (50,000 ppm). However, when
oxygen levels in air are reduced to 12-14% by displacement, symptoms of asphyxiation, loss of
coordination, increased pulse rate and deeper respiration will occur. At high levels, cardiac arrhythmia
may occur.
INGESTION: Ingestion is unlikely because of the low boiling point of the material. Should it occur, discomfort in the
gastrointestinal tract from rapid evaporation of the material and consequent evolution of gas would result.
Some effects of inhalation and skin exposure would be expected.
DELAYED EFFECTS: None Known
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Ingredients found on one of the OSHA designated carcinogen lists are listed below.
INGREDIENT NAME NTP STATUS IARC STATUS OSHA LIST
No ingredients listed in this section
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN: Promptly flush skin with water until all chemical is removed. If there is evidence of frostbite, bathe (do not rub) with
lukewarm (not hot) water. If water is not available, cover with a clean, soft cloth or similar covering. Get medical attention
if symptoms persist.
EYES: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes (in case of frostbite, water should be lukewarm,
not hot) lifting eyelids occasionally to facilitate irrigation. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.
INHALATION: Immediately remove patient to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Use oxygen as
required, provided a qualified operator is available. Get medical attention immediately. DO NOT give epinephrine
(adrenaline).
INGESTION: Ingestion is unlikely because of the physical properties and is not expected to be hazardous. DO NOT induce
vomiting unless instructed to do so by a physician.
ADVICE TO PHYSICIAN: Because of the possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs, such as
epinephrine, should be used with special caution and only in situations of emergency life support.
Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical
conditions.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
FLASH POINT: Gas, not applicable per DOT regulations
FLASH POINT METHOD: Not applicable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Unknown
UPPER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air): None*
LOWER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air): None*
*Based on ASHRAE Standard 34 with match ignition
FLAME PROPAGATION RATE (solids): Not applicable
OSHA FLAMMABILITY CLASS: Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use any standard agent 鈥? choose the one most appropriate for type of surrounding fire (material itself is not flammable)
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Contact with certain reactive metals may result in formation of explosive or exothermic reactions under specific conditions
(e.g. very high temperatures and/or appropriate pressures).
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SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PRECAUTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS:
Firefighters should wear self-contained, NIOSH-approved breathing apparatus for protection against possible toxic
decomposition products. Proper eye and skin protection should be provided. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed
containers cool.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
IN CASE OF SPILL OR OTHER RELEASE: (Always wear recommended personal protective equipment.)
Evacuate unprotected personnel. Protected personnel should remove ignition sources and shut off leak, if without risk, and
provide ventilation. Unprotected personnel should not return until air has been tested and determined safe, including low-
lying areas.
Spills and releases may have to be reported to Federal and/or local authorities. See Section 15 regarding reporting
requirements.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
NORMAL HANDLING: (Always wear recommended personal protective equipment.)
Avoid breathing vapors and liquid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Do not puncture or drop cylinders, expose them to
open flame or excessive heat. Use authorized cylinders only. Follow standard safety precautions for handling and use of
compressed gas cylinders.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS:
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area of low fire risk and out of direct sunlight. Protect cylinder and its fittings from physical
damage. Storage in subsurface locations should be avoided. Close valve tightly after use and when empty.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Provide local ventilation at filling zones and areas where leakage is probable. Mechanical (general) ventilation may be
adequate for other operating and storage areas.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
SKIN PROTECTION:
Skin contact with refrigerant may cause frostbite. General work clothing and gloves (leather) should provide
adequate protection. If prolonged contact with liquid or gas is anticipated, insulated gloves constructed of PVA,
neoprene or butyl rubber should be used. Any contaminated clothing should be promptly removed and washed
before reuse.
EYE PROTECTION:
For normal conditions, wear safety glasses. Where there is reasonable probability of liquid contact, wear splash-
proof goggles.
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
None generally required for adequately ventilated work situations. For accidental release or non-ventilated
situations, or release into confined space, where the concentration may be above the PEL of 1,000 ppm, use a self-
contained, NIOSH approved breathing apparatus or supplied air respirator. For escape: use the former or a NIOSH
approved gas mask with organic vapor canister.
ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS:
Where contact with liquid is likely, such as in a spill or leak, impervious boots and clothing should be worn. High
dose-level warning signs are recommended for areas of principle exposure. Provide eyewash stations and quick-
drench shower facilities at convenient locations. For tank cleaning operations, see OSHA regulations, 29 CFR
1910.132 and 29 CFR 1910.133.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
INGREDIENT NAME ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL OTHER LIMIT
Dichlorotetrafluoroethane 1000 ppm (8hr) 1000 ppm (8hr) None
* = Limit established by National Refrigerants, Inc.
** = Workplace Environmental Exposure Level (AIHA)
*** = Biological Exposure Index (ACGIH)
OTHER EXPOSURE LIMITS FOR POTENTIAL DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Hydrogen Fluoride: ACGIH TLV = 3 ppm ceiling
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: Clear, colorless liquid and vapor
PHYSICAL STATE: Gas at ambient temperatures
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 170.9
CHEMICAL FORMULA: CC1F2CC1F2
ODOR: Faint ethereal odor
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1.0): 1.47 @ 70掳F (21.1掳C)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER (weight %): Unknown
pH: Neutral
BOILING POINT: 3.7掳C (38.8掳F)
FREEZING POINT: -181.3掳C (-294.3掳F)
VAPOR PRESSURE: 27.3 psia @ 70掳F
psia @ 130掳F
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1.0): 5.9
EVAPORATION RATE: >1 COMPARED TO: CC14 = 1
% VOLATILES: 100
FLASH POINT: None
(Flash point method and additional flammability data are found in Section 5.)
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
NORMALLY STABLE? (CONDITIONS TO AVOID):
The product is stable.
Any source of high temperatures, such as lighted cigarettes, flames, hot spots or welding may yield toxic and/or corrosive
decomposition products.
INCOMPATIBILITIES:
(Under specific conditions: e.g. very high temperatures and/or appropriate pressures) 鈥? Freshly abraded aluminum surfaces
(may cause strong exothermic reaction). Chemically reactive metals: potassium, calcium, powdered aluminum, magnesium,
and zinc.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Halogens, halogen acids and possibly carbonyl halides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
IMMEDIATE (ACUTE) EFFECTS:
LC50 : 2 hr. (rat) - > 600,000 ppm / Cardiac Sensitization threshold (dog) 鈥? 45,000 ppm
DELAYED (SUBCHRONIC AND CHRONIC) EFFECTS:
Subchronic: NOEL 鈥? 10,000 ppm
OTHER DATA:
None
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Degradability (BOD): R-114 is a gas at room temperature; therefore, it is unlikely to remain in water.
Octanol Water Partition Coefficient: Unknown
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
RCRA
Is the unused product a RCRA hazardous waste if discarded? Not a hazardous waste
If yes, the RCRA ID number is: Not applicable
OTHER DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Disposal must comply with federal, state, and local disposal or discharge laws. R-114 is subject to U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency Clean Air Act Regulations Section 608 in 40 CFR Part 82 regarding refrigerant recycling.
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The information offered here is for the product as shipped. Use and/or alterations to the product such as mixing with other materials
may significantly change the characteristics of the material and alter the RCRA classification and the proper disposal method.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US DOT HAZARD CLASS: US DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Dichlorotetrafluoroethane
US DOT HAZARD CLASS: 2.2
US DOT PACKING GROUP: Not applicable
US DOT ID NUMBER: UN1958
For additional information on shipping regulations affecting this material, contact the information number found in Section 1.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: Listed on the TSCA inventory
OTHER TSCA ISSUES: None
SARA TITLE III / CERCLA
鈥淩eportable Quantities鈥? (RQs) and/or 鈥淭hreshold Planning Quantities鈥? (TPQs) exist for the following ingredients.
INGREDIENT NAME SARA / CERCLA RQ (lb.) SARA EHS TPQ (lb.)
*No ingredients listed in this section
Spills or releases resulting in the loss of any ingredient at or above its RQ requires immediate notification to the
National Response Center [(800) 424-8802] and to your Local Emergency Planning Committee.
SECTION 311 HAZARD CLASS: IMMEDIATE
PRESSURE
SARA 313 TOXIC CHEMICALS:
The following ingredients are SARA 313 鈥淭oxic Chemicals鈥?. CAS numbers and weight percents are found in Section 2.
INGREDIENT NAME COMMENT
Dichlorotetrafluoroethane None
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
In addition to the ingredients found in Section 2, the following are listed for state right-to-know purposes.
INGREDIENT NAME WEIGHT % COMMENT
No ingredients listed in this section
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ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION:
R-114 is subject to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Clean Air Act Regulations at 40 CFR Part 82.
WARNING: DO NOT vent to the atmosphere. To comply with provisions of the U.S. Clean Air Act, any residual must be
recovered. Contains Dichlorotetrafluoroethane (CFC-114), a substance which harms public health and
environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere. Destruction of the ozone layer can lead to increased
ultraviolet radiation which, with excess exposure to sunlight, can lead to an increase in skin cancer and eye
cataracts.
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION (CANADA):
This product has been evaluated in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information
required by the CPR.
FOREIGN INVENTORY STATUS:
EU - EINECS # 2009377
16. OTHER INFORMATION
CURRENT ISSUE DATE: August, 2007
PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE: October, 2006
OTHER INFORMATION: HMIS Classification: Health 鈥? 1, Flammability 鈥? 0, Reactivity 鈥? 0
NFPA Classification: Health 鈥? 2, Flammability 鈥? 0, Reactivity 鈥? 0
Regulatory Standards:
1. OSHA regulations for compressed gases: 29 CFR 1910.101
2. DOT classification per 49 CFR 172.101
3. Clean Air Act Class I Substance
General
a) CGA pamphlet P-1, Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers, 1984, Compressed
Gas Association (1980 Printing)
b) Bretherick, L., Handbook of Reactive Chemical Hazards, 4th ed., 1992, Butterworths, Boston,
MA
17. DISCLAIMER
National Refrigerants, Inc. believes that the information and recommendations contained herein (including data and statements are
accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE
INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. The information provided herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not
be valid where such product is used in combination with any other methods of use of the product and of the information referred to
herein are beyond the control of National Refrigerants. National Refrigerants expressly disclaims any and all liability as to any results
obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.
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