Bromotrifluoromethane (CBrF3) (Pressurized with Nitrogen)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280, H336, H420

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard Classification Gas under pressure – Liquefied gas Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure – Category 3 Simple Asphyxiant Hazardous to the Ozone Layer – Category 1 (This classification not adopted by OSHA.)

Hazard statements

Contents under pressure; may explode if heated. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere. 2.

Prevention

Do not enter confined space unless adequately ventilated. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing gas, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area.

Response

If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison control center or doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation. Refer to manufacturer or supplier for information on recovery and recycling.

2.3 Other hazards

Direct contact with the cold gas or liquid can cause freezing of exposed tissues. Specific Concentration Limits The values listed below represent the percentages of ingredients of unknown toxicity. Acute oral toxicity 0% Acute dermal toxicity 0% Acute inhalation toxicity 0% Acute aquatic toxicity 100%

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Gas under pressure – Liquefied gas Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure – Category 3 Simple Asphyxiant Hazardous to the Ozone Layer – Category 1 (This classification not adopted by OSHA.) Label Elements Hazard Symbols Signal Word: Warning Hazard Statements Contents under pressure; may explode if heated. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere. 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Precautionary Statements Prevention Do not enter confined space unless adequately ventilated. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing gas, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area. Response If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison control center or doctor if you feel unwell. Storage Protect from sunlight. Store in well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep locked up. Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation. Refer to manufacturer or supplier for information on recovery and recycling. Other Hazards Direct contact with the cold gas or liquid can cause freezing of exposed tissues. Specific Concentration Limits The values listed below represent the percentages of ingredients of unknown toxicity. Acute oral toxicity 0% Acute dermal toxicity 0% Acute inhalation toxicity 0% Acute aquatic toxicity 100% 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Synonyms: Halon 1301 This product is a substance. Component CAS Number Concentration Bromotrifluoromethane 75-63-8 100% Note: This product uses nitrogen as the expellant and also contains a small amount of helium. 4. FIRST- AID MEASURES Description of necessary first-aid measures Eyes Immediately flood the eye with plenty of warm water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eye open. Obtain medical attention if soreness or redness persists. Skin Flush with water. Obtain medical attention if frostbite or blistering occurs or redness persists. Ingestion Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure. 4. FIRST- AID MEASURES Inhalation Remove from exposure. If there is difficulty in breathing, give oxygen. Obtain medical attention immediately. Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed Aside from the information found under Description of necessary first aid measures (above) and Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, no additional symptoms and effects are anticipated. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes to Physicians Because of possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs, such as epinephrine, should only be used with special caution in situations of emergency life support. 5. FIRE - FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Media This preparation is used as an extinguishing agent and therefore is not a problem when trying to control a fire. Use extinguishing agent appropriate to other materials involved. Keep pressurized containers and surroundings cool with water spray as they may rupture or burst in the heat of a fire. Specific hazards arising from the chemical Pressurized containers may explode in heat of fire. Predominant decomposition products are hydrogen fluoride and hydrogen bromide in fire situations. Products are irritant and potentially toxic if fire extinguishment is delayed. Special Protective Actions for Fire-Fighters Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus as appropriate for specific fire conditions. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Remove leaking cylinder to a safe place. Ventilate the area. Leaks inside confined spaces may cause suffocation as oxygen is displaced and should not be entered without a self-contained breathing apparatus. Environmental Precautions None Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up None 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling Wear appropriate protective clothing. Prevent skin and eye contact. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Conditions for safe storage Pressurized containers should be properly stored and secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Do not drag, slide or roll pressurized containers. Do not drop pressurized containers or permit them to strike against each other. Never apply flame or localized heat directly to any part of the pressurized or plastic container. Store pressurized and plastic containers away from high heat sources. Storage area should be: cool - dry - well ventilated - under cover - out of direct sunlight. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters Exposure limits are listed below, if they exist. Methane, bromotrifluoro- ACGIH TLV: 1000 ppm TWA OSHA PEL: 1000 ppm (6100mg/m3) TWA Appropriate engineering controls Use with adequate ventilation. There should be local procedures for the selection, training, inspection and maintenance of this equipment. When used in large volumes, use local exhaust ventilation. Individual protection measures Respiratory Protection Not normally required. In oxygen deficient atmospheres, use a self-contained breathing apparatus, as an air purifying respirator will not provide protection. Skin Protection Gloves Eye/Face Protection Chemical goggles or safety glasses with side shields. Body Protection Normal work wear. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Agent Appearance Physical State Liquefied gas under pressure Color Colorless Odor Slight ether Odor Threshold No data available pH Not applicable Specific Gravity No data available Boiling Range/Point (°C/F) -58oC/ - 72 °F Melting Point (°C/F) No data available Flash Point (PMCC) (°C/F) Not flammable Vapor Pressure 235 psia @ 77oF Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1) No data available Solubility in Water 0.03 wt% @ 77 °F Vapor Density (Air = 1) 5.14 VOC (g/l) No data available VOC (%) No data available 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Partition coefficient (n- No data available octanol/water) Viscosity Not applicable Auto-ignition Temperature No data available Decomposition Temperature No data available Upper explosive limit Not explosive Lower explosive limit Not explosive Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable Nitrogen and Helium Appearance Physical State