Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Trifluoroacetonitrile(353-85-5)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Trifluoroacetonitrile
Synonyms
2,2,2-Trifluoroacetonitrile
Cyanotrifluoromethane
Perfluoroacetonitrile
Trifluoromethyl cyanide
Trifluoromethylcarbonitrile
CAS
353-85-5
Formula
C2F3N
Molecular Weight
95.02
EINECS
206-542-6
Beilstein/Gmelin
1742942
Beilstein Reference
4-02-00-00472

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
colorless gas
Solubility in water
Soluble
Boiling Point
-64
Vapor Pressure
16200 (25 C)
Partition Coefficient
1.08
Heat Of Vaporization
18.7 kJ/mol
Vapor Density
3.3

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Eyes
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed. Cylinder temperature should not exceed 125 F (52 C).

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
May be fatal if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Can cause rapid suffocation.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. Skin contact may produce local frostbite, anesthesia and also may be irritating due to defatting action. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion
May be harmful if swallowed.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
EC Risk Phrase
26
EC Safety Phrase
38
UN (DOT)
1955

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.
Respirators
Government approved respirator in nonventilated areas and/or for exposure above the TLV or PEL.
Exposure Effects
Very toxic by inhalation. nonflammable high-pressure liquid and gas.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
-85
Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Use water spray or fog nozzle to keep cylinder cool. Move cylinder away from fire if there is no risk. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Nitrogen oxides, Hydrogen fluoride, Hydrogen cyanide.
Combustion Products
Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
1955
Hazard Class
2
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