Hexafluoropropylene Oxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280, H331, H335, H351, H373

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard classification Gas Under Pressure: Liquefied gas Acute Toxicity (inhalation): Category 3 Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure): Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 3

Hazard pictograms

Gas cylinder |Skull and crossbones |Exclamation mark |Health Hazard |

Hazard statements

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Toxic if inhaled. Suspected of causing cancer. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: nervous system.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe gas. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear respiratory protection, if needed (see SDS Section 8).

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Get medical attention if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Protect from sunlight.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with applicable local, regional, national, and international regulations.

Additional information

May cause frostbite. 3% of the mixture consists of ingredients of unknown acute inhalation toxicity.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Gas Under Pressure: Liquefied gas. Acute Toxicity (inhalation): Category 3. Carcinogenicity: Category 2. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure): Category 2. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 3.