1,2-dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

1 Description of first aid measures

1.1. If inhaled

- Move to fresh air.

- Keep warm and in a quiet place.

- Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.

- Call a physician immediately.

1.2. In case of eye contact

- Keep eyelids open to allow evaporation of product.

- Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

- If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

1.3. In case of skin contact

- Wash off with soap and water.

1.4. If swallowed

- Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water.

- Do NOT induce vomiting.

- Consult a physician.

2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

2.1. Inhalation

- Symptoms: Dizziness, Asphyxia, narcosis, Central nervous system depression

2.2. Skin contact

- Effects of skin contacts may include:

- Symptoms: Redness

2.3. Eye contact

- Symptoms: Redness

2.4. Ingestion

- Ingestion may provoke the following symptoms:

- Symptoms: Dizziness, Abdominal pain, narcosis

3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

- None.

Fire-fighting measures

1. Extinguishing media

1.1. Suitable extinguishing media

- Water

- powder

- Foam

- Dry chemical

- Carbon dioxide (CO2)

1.2. Unsuitable extinguishing media

- None.

2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

- The product is not flammable.

- Not explosive

- The pressure in sealed containers can increase under the influence of heat.

- Explosive reaction may occur on heating or burning.

- In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as: Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF), Fluorophosgene

3. Advice for firefighters

- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

- When intervention in close proximity wear acid resistant over suit.

- Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

- Approach from upwind.

- Protect intervention team with a water spray as they approach the fire.

- Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray.

- Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Accidental release measures

1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

ì1.1. Advice for non-emergency personnel

- Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

ì1.2. Advice for emergency responders

- The product evaporates readily.

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Vapours are heavier than air and can cause suffocation by reducing oxygen available for breathing.

- Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

2. Environmental precautions

- Should not be released into the environment.

- Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

3. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

- Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.

- Soak up with inert absorbent material.

- Suitable material for picking up

- Earth

- Dry sand

- Shovel into suitable container for disposal.

4. Reference to other sections

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections "HANDLING AND STORAGE" and "EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION".

Handling and storage

1. Precautions for safe handling

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Use personal protective equipment.

- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

- Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.

- Clean and dry piping circuits and equipment before any operations.

- Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations.

2. Conditions for storage, including incompatibilities

2.1. Storage

- Keep in properly labelled containers.

- Keep in container fitted with safety valve or vent.

- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

- Keep away from combustible material.

- Keep away from Incompatible products.

- Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors.

- Provide tight electrical equipment well protected against corrosion.

2.2. Packaging material

2.2.1. Suitable material

- Stainless steel

- Carbon steel

- Maximum filling degree: 90% at 20°C

3. Specific end uses

- For further information, please contact: Supplier

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN 3082

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2-dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane)

Labels:

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Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Special precautions for user
Hazard Identification Number: 90
Tunnel restriction code (-)

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

UN 3082

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2-dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane)

Labels:

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Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

UN 3082

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2-dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane)

Labels:

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Marine pollutant

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

EmS F-A , S-F

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN 3082

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2-dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane)

Labels:

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Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Special precautions for user
Packing instruction (cargo aircraft) 964
Max net qty/pkg 450.00 L
Packing instruction (passenger aircraft) 964
Max net qty/pkg 450.00 L

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

1. Control parameters

1.1. Exposure Limit Values:

1,2-Dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane

- SAEL (Solvay Acceptable Exposure Limit) 2007

TWA = 5 ppm

1.2. Threshold limit values of by-products from thermal decomposition:

Hydrogen fluoride anhydrous

- UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) 2007

time weighted average = 1.8 ppm

time weighted average = 1.5 mg/m3

Remarks: as F

- UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) 2007

Short term exposure limit = 3 ppm

Short term exposure limit = 2.5 mg/m3

Remarks: as F

- US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values 12 2010

time weighted average = 0.5 ppm

Remarks: as F

- US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values 12 2010

Ceiling Limit Value = 2 ppm

Remarks: as F

- EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents. 12 2009

time weighted average = 1.8 ppm

time weighted average = 1.5 mg/m3

Remarks: Indicative

- EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents. 12 2009

Short term exposure limit = 3 ppm

Short term exposure limit = 2.5 mg/m3

Remarks: Indicative

- US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values 12 2010

Remarks: as F, Can be absorbed through skin.

Carbonyl difluoride

- US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values 2009

time weighted average = 2 ppm

- US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values 2009

Short term exposure limit = 5 ppm

- UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) 2007

time weighted average = 2.5 mg/m3

Remarks: as F

- EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents. 12 2009

time weighted average = 2.5 mg/m3

Remarks: Indicative

Hydrogen chloride

- UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) 2007

time weighted average = 1 ppm

time weighted average = 2 mg/m3

- UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) 2007

Short term exposure limit = 5 ppm

Short term exposure limit = 8 mg/m3

- US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values 12 2010

Ceiling Limit Value = 2 ppm

- EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents. 12 2009

time weighted average = 5 ppm

time weighted average = 8 mg/m3

Remarks: Indicative

- EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents. 12 2009

Short term exposure limit = 10 ppm

Short term exposure limit = 15 mg/m3

Remarks: Indicative

2. Exposure controls

2.1. Appropriate engineering controls

- Provide local ventilation appropriate to the product decomposition risk (see section 10).

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.

- Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits.

2.2. Individual protection measures

2.2.1. Respiratory protection

- Use respirator when performing operations involving potential exposure to vapour of the product.

- The filter class for the respirator must be suitable for the maximum expected contaminant concentration (gas/vapour/aerosol/particulates) that may arise when handling the product. If this concentration is exceeded, self-contained breathing apparatus must be used.

- Use only respiratory protection that conforms to international/ national standards.

- Remove respiratory and skin/eye protection only after vapours have been cleared from the area.

2.2.2. Hand protection

- Latex gloves

- Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times, and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact).

2.2.3. Eye protection

- Tightly fitting safety goggles

2.2.4. Skin and body protection

- Long sleeved clothing

- Safety shoes

2.2.5. Hygiene measures

- Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

- Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

- Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

2.3. Environmental exposure controls

- Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.

Stability and reactivity

1. Reactivity

- No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

2. Chemical stability

- Stable under recommended storage conditions.

3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

- No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

4. Conditions to avoid

- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

- Keep away from flames and sparks.

5. Incompatible materials

- Alkali metals, Alkaline earth metals

6. Hazardous decomposition products

- Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF)., Fluorophosgene, Gaseous hydrogen chloride (HCl).

Disposal considerations

1. Waste treatment methods

- Can be incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations.

- The incinerator must be equipped with a system for the neutralisation or recovery of HF.

- In accordance with local and national regulations.

2. Contaminated packaging

- Purge the container with nitrogen and direct the gas to a treatment plant.

- Empty containers can be landfilled, when in accordance with the local regulations.