12276 San Jose Blvd, Suite 115
Jacksonville, FL 32223
SEPTEMBER, 2005
POWER DUSTER
RR3530
SECTION 1: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND EMERGENCY INFORMATION
PRODUCT (TRADE) NAME: POWER DUSTER
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(S): RR3530
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS: 1,1-Difluoroethane
CHEMICAL FORMULA: F2CH-CH3
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS: Read/Right: 1-800-771-0529
CHEMTREC (Transportation): (800) 424-9300
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
COMPONENT CAS#__ %__ OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV (ppm)
1,1-Diflouroethane 75-37-6 100 NE NE
SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Product is under pressure. Vapors may ignite.Do not expose to heat, open flame or
temperatures above 1200F. Excessive or deliberate inhalation of vapors may be fatal. Skin
irritant. Direct exposure to skin can cause frostbite. Use only with adequate ventilation
Carcinogenicity (OSHA/NTP/IARC/ACGIH): None Listed
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with preexisting diseases of the CNS,
cardiovascular system, lungs or kidneys may have
increased susceptibility to excessive exposures.
Due to possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm,
special cautions should be used when
administering catecholamines drugs, such as
epinephrine.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID INFORMATION
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Treat for frostbite if necessary
by gently warming affected area.
INHALATION: Immediately remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial
respiration. Call physician immediately.
INGESTION: Not considered a possible route of exposure.
SECTION 5: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (TCC): <-58oF
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% BY VOLUME): LEL: 3.9 UEL: 16.9
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE OF (OC): 849 (454)
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam. Water spray to cool containers.
UNUSUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARDS: May produce hydrofluoric acid. SCBA may be required.
NFPA RATING: HEALTH (1)
FLAMMABILITY (4)
REACTIVITY (1)
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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
If spill or release of gas exceeds concentrations greater than 1000ppm, all ignition sources
should be turned off or removed. Area should be evacuated and ventilated, especially in low places
where vapors may accumulate.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Adequate ventilation should be maintained to limit employee exposure. Contact with liquid should
be avoided. Product should be stored in a clean, dry area away from open flame, sparking equipment
and temperatures above 120oF.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL - PERSONAL PROTECTION
Under normal conditions of use, normal ventilation should be adequate to control exposure and
Personal Protection Equipment should not be necessary. If large amounts are used, as in an
industrial application, local exhaust and mechanical ventilation may be required as well as
Personal Protection Equipment such as impervious gloves, goggles and fire protective clothing with
antistatic control.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT (OF(oC)): % VOLATILE BY VOLUME @ 25oC:
-13 (-25) 100
VAPOR PRESSURE (psia @ 25oC): 87 EVAPORATION RATE(BUTYL ACETATE=1): >1
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): 2.4 FORM: Compressed Gas
% SOLUBLE IN WATER @ 25OC: <1 ODOR: Slight Etheral
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (G/CC@25oC) 0.90 Liquid APPEARANCE OF LIQUID: Clear, Colorless
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Product is stable. It will however, degrade at elevated
temperatures and when in contact with open flame.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES/CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Alkali or alkaline earth metals.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrofluoric Acid and Carbonyl Fluoride
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Animal data available upon request.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not available.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Follow Federal, State and Local regulations. This product may be a RCRA hazardous waste upon
disposal due to ignitability characteristic.
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SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT CLASSIFICATION:
Proper Shipping Name: 1,1-Difluoroethane
Hazard Class: 2.1 (Flammable Gas)
UN Number: UN1030
Packing Group: Not Applicable
Hazard Labeling: Labels are required air Flammable Gas (Red)
shipments only. Cargo Aircraft Only (Orange)
DOT Exemption: DOT-E 11516
IATA/ICAO CLASSIFICATION:
Proper Shipping Name: 1,1-Difluoroethane
Hazard Class: 2.1 (Flammable Gas)
UN Number: UN1030
Packing Group: Not Applicable
Hazard Labeling: Flammable Gas (Red) and
Cargo Aircraft Only (Orange)
DOT Exemption: DOT-E 11516
IMDG CLASSIFICATION:
Proper Shipping Name: 1,1-Difluoroethane
Hazard Class: 2.1 (Flammable Gas)
IMDG Page#: 2132
Packing Group: Not Applicable
-25oC
Flash Point:
Marine Pollutant: No
DOT Exemption: DOT-E 11516
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA TITLE III REPORTING:
Toxic Chemical(Section 313): Not Listed
Extremely Hazardous Substance
(Section 302, 304, 311,312): Not Listed
Hazard Class: Chronic Health Yes
Acute Health No
Fire Hazard Yes
Pressure Hazard Yes
Reactivity Hazard No
Reported
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS:
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
The information provided herein is compiled from internal reports and data from professional
publication. It is furnished without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. It is intended
solely to assist in evaluating suitability and proper use of the material and in implementing
safety precautions and procedures. Employers should use this information as a supplement to other
information gathered by them and must make independent determination of suitability and
completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these materials. All
information used must be determined by the user to be in accordance with applicable federal, state
and local laws and regulations.
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