Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Transport Information Stability and Reactivity
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1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane(690-39-1)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane
Synonyms
Bistrifluoromethylmethane
R-236fa
CAS
690-39-1
Formula
C3H2F6
Molecular Weight
152.04
RTECS
TZ4043332
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
1743220
Beilstein Reference
4-01-00-00188

Physical and Chemical Properties

Boiling Point
0.5 - 1
Vapor Pressure
6262 (10 C)
Density
1.371 g/cm3 (20 C)
Usage
Refrigerant.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek medical assistance.
Inhalation
Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with liquefied gas, thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Unlikely to occur.
Inhalation
Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation without warning.
Skin
Contact with gas or liquefied gas may cause burns, severe injury and/or frostbite.
Eyes
See Skin.
Hazards
Vapors from liquefied gas are initially heavier than air and spread along ground.
EC Safety Phrase
S 23 38
UN (DOT)
3163

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire.
Fire Potential
May burn but does not ignite readily

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Prevent any contact with the spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Do not direct water at spill or source of leak. If possible, turn leaking containers so that gas escapes rather than liquid. Allow substance to evaporate and vntilate the area.

Transport Information

UN Number
3163

Stability and Reactivity

Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.