Dust Off

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Dangerous according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code, IATA and IMDG/IMSBC criteria. Not Hazardous - No criteria found H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Precautionary statements

S23, S25, S51. Do not breathe vapours. Avoid contact with eyes. Use only in well ventilated areas

SUSMP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

Class 2.2 Non-flammable, non-toxic gases

UN Number

3159, 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (Refrigerant Gas R 134a)

Signal word

WARNING

Prevention

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P353: Rinse skin or shower with water. P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials. Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires.

Storage

P402: Store in a dry place. P403: Store in a well-ventilated place. P410+P412: Store below 30°C, protect from direct sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of small quantities and empty containers by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage. For larger quantities, if recycling or reclaiming is not possible, use a commercial waste disposal service. Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: Colourless gas. Odour: Mild ethereal odour.

Health hazards

no significant risk factors have been found for this product

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: High vapour pressures may cause drowsiness and dizziness. In addition product may be mildly irritating, although unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents of containers can be harmful or fatal. Long Term Exposure: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Major health effect from this product is misuse of the spray function. If sprayed continuously on skin or in eyes, it can cause frostbite. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: If sprayed directly in the eye, this product will irritate. If spraying is prolonged, it may cause damage through frostbite. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long term. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.