Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Version
6.1
Revision date
2023-06-02
Product name
R12
Product name
R12
Identification on the label/Trade name
Refrigerant gas R 12; Dichlorodifluoromethane
Product Synonyms
chlorofluorocarbon propellant Fluorocarbon aerosol; R12 Ledon-12 Freon FC 12 Algofrene type 2 Arcton 6; Genetron 12 Halon Isotron 12
CAS No.
75-71-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are used in a variety of applications because of their low toxicity, reactivity and flammability. Every permutation of fluorine, and chlorine based on methane and ethane has been examined and most have been commercialized. Furthermore, many examples are known for higher numbers of carbon as well as related compounds containing bromine. Uses include refrigerants, blowing agents, propellants in medicinal applications and degreasing solvents
Emergency telephone
1-801-629-0667, +61 3 9573 3188
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
A-Gas (U.S. Headquarters)
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
tammy.myers@agas.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H280
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H280
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Gases Under Pressure (Compressed Gas) Page 1 continued... Chemwaitch: 1028 Page 2 of 14 Issue date 02/06/2023 Version No: 6.1 Print Date: 04/02/2025 R12
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Hazard(s) not otherwise classified Not Applicable
Precautionary statements
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use.
Prevention
Not Applicable
Response
Not Applicable
Storage
P410+P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
Not Applicable
