General Description
1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE(76-14-2) is a colorless, nearly odorless nonflammable gas. 1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE(76-14-2) may be mildly toxic and irritating by inhalation. 1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE(76-14-2) can asphyxiate by the displacement of air. Exposure of the container to prolonged heat or fire can cause 1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE(76-14-2) to rupture violently and rocket. 1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE(76-14-2) is used as a solvent and as a fire extinguishing agent.
Reactivity Profile
1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE is chemically inert in many situations, but can react violently with strong reducing agents such as the very active metals and the active metals. Can react with strong oxidizing agents or weaker oxidizing agents under extremes of temperature. The reaction of aluminum with various halogenated hydrocarbons produces a self-sustaining reaction with sufficient heat to melt aluminum pieces, examples of other halogenated hydrocarbons are fluorotrichloromethane, dichlorodifluoromethane, chlorodifluoromethane, tetrafluoromethane. The vigor of the reaction appears to be dependent on the combined degree of fluorination and the vapor pressure, [Chem. Eng. News 39(27):44(1961)].
Health Hazard
Prolonged exposure can cause narcotic effect or rapid suffocation.
Potential Exposure
This material is used as a refrigerant
and also as a propellant gas
Fire Hazard
Some may burn but none ignite readily. Containers may explode when heated. Ruptured cylinders may rocket.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,
begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if
heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical
facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit. If
frostbite has occurred, seek medical attention immediately;
do NOT rub the affected areas or flush them with water.
In order to prevent further tissue damage, do NOT attempt
to remove frozen clothing from frostbitten areas. If frostbite
has NOT occurred, immediately and thoroughly wash
contaminated skin with soap and water.
Shipping
UN1958. 1,2-Dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane
or Refrigerant gas R-114, Hazard Class: 2.2; Labels: 2.2-
Nonflammable compressed gas. Cylinders must be transported in a secure upright position, in a well-ventilated
truck. Protect cylinder and labels from physical damage.
The owner of the compressed gas cylinder is the only entity
allowed by federal law (49CFR) to transport and refill
them. It is a violation of transportation regulations to refill
compressed gas cylinders without the express written permission of the owner
Incompatibilities
Keep away from welding and hot
metals; decomposes, forming hydrogen chloride and
hydrogen fluoride. Reacts with acids and acid fumes forming highly toxic chloride gases. Keep away from chemically active metals: sodium, potassium, calcium,
powdered aluminum; zinc, and magnesium. Attacks some
plastics and coatings.
Description
CFC 114 is a colorless gas with a faint, etherlike odor at high concentrations. A liquid below 3.3℃/38°F. Shipped as a liquefied compressed gas. Molecularweight=170.92; Boiling point=3℃; Freezing/Meltingpoint=-94℃; Vapor pressure=1.9 atm at 25℃. HazardIdentification (based on NFPA-704 M Rating System):Health 1, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0. Slightly soluble inwater; solubility=0.1%.
Chemical Properties
CFC 114 is a colorless gas with a faint, ethereal odor at high concentrations. A liquid below
3.3_x0003_°C/38°F. Shipped as a liquefied compressed gas
Chemical Properties
colourless gas
Waste Disposal
Return refillable compressed
gas cylinders to supplier. Incineration after mixing with
combustible fuel. Use flue gas scrubber.
Uses
bronchodilator, decongestant
Uses
Please view www.aldrich.com/epaods regarding the EPA′s request for application information of Ozone Depleting Substances
Uses
Refrigerant, aerosol propellant.
Carcinogenicity
Dichlorotetrafluoroethane is considered to
have little or no mutagenic or carcinogenic
potential.
The 2003 ACGIH threshold limit
value-time-weighted average (TLV-TWA)
for dichlorotetrafluoroethane is 1000ppm
(6990mg/m3).
storage
Color Code—Green: General storage may be used.Prior to working with CFC 114 you should be trained on itsproper handling and storage. Dichlorotetrafluoro-ethanemust be stored to avoid contact with acids, acid fumes,chemically active metals, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, powdered aluminum, zinc, and magnesium, since violent reactions occur. Store in tightly closed containers ina cool, well-ventilated area away from heat. Proceduresfor the handling, use, and storage of cylinders should bein compliance with OSHA 1910.101 and 1910.169, aswith the recommendations of the Compressed GasAssociation.