EEERT - BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE

  • MSDS: EEERT
  • Manufacturer: MATHESON TRI GAS INC
  • Product Name: BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE
  • National Stock Number: -
Product Identification

Product ID:BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE
MSDS Date:Jan 24 1989
MSDS Number: EEERT
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300

Contractor
MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
WHITBY, L1N 5R9 07054-0624 ONTARIO, CANADA

Telephone: (USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)

Ingredients

BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE

CAS: 353-59-3

Fraction By Weight: 100.0%

Hazards

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No IARC:No OSHA:No
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

First Aid

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT: If frostbite or
freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of lukewarm water
(105-115 F; 41-46 C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm water is not
available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get immediate
medical attention. EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical
attention. INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical
attention.

Fire Fighting

Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
Use regular foam or flood with fine water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well
after the fire is out. Stay away from the ends of tanks. Withdraw
immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety device or
any discoloration of tanks due to fire. For tank, rail car or tank
truck, evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile). Use extinguishing
agents appropriate for surrounding fire. Cool containers with water
spray until well after the fire is out. Apply water from a
protected location or from a safe distance. Do not get water
directly on material. Reduce vapors with water spray. Avoid
inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Stay upwind and
keep out of low areas. Consider downwind evacuation if material is
leaking.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Negligible fire hazard.

Accidental Release

Spill Release Procedures:Stop leak if possible without personal risk.
Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry.
Stay upwind and keep out of low areas.
Neutralizing Agent:

Handling

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
all current regulations and standards. Subject to storage
regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. Keep separated from
incompatible substances.
Other Precautions:

Exposure Controls

Respiratory Protection:Under conditions of frequent use or heavy
exposure, respiratory protection may be needed. Respiratory
protection is ranked in order from minimum to maximum. Consider
warning properties before use. Any supplied-air respirator with a
full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that
has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately
Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with full
facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape
supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full
facepiece.
Ventilation:Based on available information, additional ventilation is
not required. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear insulated gloves.
Eye Protection:For the gas: Eye protection not required, but
recommended. For the liquid: Wear splash resistant safety goggles.
Contact lenses should not be worn. Provide an emergency eye wash
fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:For the gas: Protective clothing is not
required. For the liquid: Wear appropriate protective, cold
insulating clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE: No occupational exposure limits
established.

Chemical Properties

Boiling Pt:Not available
Melt/Freeze Pt:-256 F (-160 C)
Vapor Pres:Not available
Vapor Density:5.7
Spec Gravity:1.899 @ -4 C
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:slightly soluble
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless PHYSICAL
FORM:liquefied gas ODOR:Not available
Corrosion Rate:

Stability

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Stable at normal temperatures
and pressure.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Protect from physical damage and heat.
Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products: acid
halides Thermal decomposition products: acid halides
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

Disposal

Waste Disposal Methods:Dispose in accordance with all applicable
regulations.

Toxicology

Toxicological Information:BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE: TOXICITY DATA: 20
pph/15 minute(s) inhalation-rat LC50 ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL:
Relatively Non-toxic: inhalation MUTAGENIC DATA: Available.

Other Information

Disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department
of Defense. The United States of America in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.

Ecology

Ecological:Not available

Transport

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Chlorodifluorobromomethane or Refrigerant gas R 12B1 ID NUMBER:
UN1974 HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.2 LABELING REQUIREMENTS:
Nonflammable gas

Regulatory

SARA Title III Information: SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated. SARA TITLE
III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
regulated. SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21): ACUTE: Yes CHRONIC: No FIRE: No
REACTIVE: No SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
CFR 372.65): BROMOCHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Not regulated. OSHA PROCESS SAFETY
(29CFR1910.119): Not regulated.
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Not regulated.