3,3,3-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)propene

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

In case of inhalation

- Remove to fresh air.

- Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.

- Call a physician immediately.

In case of skin contact

- Wash off with warm water.

- Call a physician immediately.

In case of eye contact

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

- Immediate medical attention is required.

In case of ingestion

- negligible

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media

- Water

- powder

- Foam

- Dry chemical

- Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Unsuitable extinguishing media

- None

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

- Flash back possible over considerable distance.

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

Fluorophosgene

Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for firefighters

- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

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

Further information

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

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Advice for non-emergency personnel

- Ventilate the area.

Advice for emergency responders

- Isolate the area.

- Ventilate the area.

- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

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

Environmental precautions

- Should not be released into the environment.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

- Ventilate the area.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.

- 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.

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.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Technical measures/Storage conditions

- Keep in properly labelled containers.

- Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.

- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

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

- Keep away from combustible material.

- Keep away from incompatible products

- Provide tight electrical equipment well protected against corrosion.

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

Packaging material

Suitable material

- Stainless steel

- Carbon steel

- Warning! Container under pressure.

Transport information

Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls

Control measures

Engineering measures

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

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

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

Individual protection

Individual protection measures

Respiratory protection

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

- When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators:

self-contained breathing apparatus.

Hand protection

- Wear protective 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).

Suitable material

- Neoprene gloves

Eye protection

- Tightly fitting safety goggles

Skin and body protection

Wear work overall and safety shoes.

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.

Environmental exposure controls

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

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

- No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Chemical stability

- Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

- No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Conditions to avoid

- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

- Keep away from flames and sparks.

Incompatible materials

- Strong oxidizing agents

- alkaline hydroxides

Hazardous decomposition products

- Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF).

- Fluorophosgene

- The release of other hazardous decomposition products is possible.

Disposal considerations

Product Disposal

Can be incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations.

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

Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Advice on cleaning and disposal of 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.