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SAFETY AND POLLUTION
Respiratory tract protection
For rescue and for maintenance works in tanks, use self-contained breathing apparatus. The va
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pours are heavier than air and can cause suffocation, reducing the oxygen available for breathing.
Eye protection
Total protection glasses.
Hand protection
Rubber gloves.
Hygiene measures
Do not smoke.
9 CHEMICAL-PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Relative density, gas (air=1)
Heavier than air.
Solubility in water (mg/l)
Not known, but deemed very low.
Appearance
Colourless liquefied gas.
Odour
Similar to ether.
Fire point
Does not ignite.
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability and reactivity
No decomposition if used according to the special instructions.
Materials to be avoided
Alkali metals, alkali-earth metals, granulated metal salts, Al, Zn, Be, etc. in powder.
Hazardous products of decomposition
Halogen acids, traces of carbonyl halides.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Local effects
Concentrations substantially above the value TLV (1000 ppm) can cause narcotic effects. In
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halation of highly concentrated products of decomposition can cause respiratory insufficiency
(pulmonary oedema).
Long-term toxicity
No carcinogenic, teratogenic or mutagenic effects have been recorded in experiments on ani
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mals.
Specific effects
Rapid evaporation of the fluid can cause freezing. Can cause cardiac arrhythmia.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Effects linked to ecotoxicity
Pentafluoroethane (R125)
Potential global warming with halocarbides; HGWP (R-11 = 1) = 0.84
Potential impoverishment of the ozone; ODP (R-11 = 1) = 0
13 CONSIDERATIONS ON DISPOSAL
General
Do not dispose of where accumulation can be hazardous.
Usable with reconditioning.
The depressurised containers must be returned to the supplier.
Contact the supplier if instructions for use are deemed necessary.
14 INFORMATION FOR TRANSPORT
Designation for transport
LIQUEFIED GAS N.A.S.
( DIFLUOROMETHANE, PENTAFLUOROETHANE )
UN No.
3163
Class/Div
2.2
ADR /RID No.
2, 2nd A
ADR/RID hazard no.
20
ADR label
Label 2 : non-toxic non-flammable gas.
CEFIC Groupcard
20g39 - A
Other information for transport
Avoid transport on vehicles where the loading zone is not separate from the cab.
Make sure the driver is informed about the potential risk of the load and knows what to do in case
of accident or emergency.
Before starting transport, make sure the load is properly secured and :
make sure the valve of the container is closed and does not leak;
make sure the blind cap of the valve (when provided) is correctly fitted;
make sure the cap (when provided) is correctly fitted and that there is an adequate ventilation
passage;
ensure compliance with the current provisions.
15 INFORMATION ON REGULATIONS
The product must not be labelled according to Directive 1999/45/EC.
Comply with the regulations given below, and the relevant applicable updates and amendments.
Circulars no. 46/79 and 61/81 of the Ministry of Labour : Risks related to the use of products containing aromatic amines
Leg. Decree no. 133/92 : Regulations on the discharge of hazardous substances in waters
Leg. Decree no. 277/91 : Protection of workers against noise, lead and asbestos
Law 256/74, Decree 28/1/92, Leg. Decree no. 52 dated 3/2/97, Decree dated 28/4/97 as amended : Classification, packing and labelling of hazar
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dous substances and preparations
Decree no. 175/88, as amended : Activities with significant accident risks (Seveso Law)
Decree no. 203/88 : Emissions into the atmosphere
Decree no. 303/56 : Work hygiene
Decree no. 547/55 : Regulations on accident prevention
Leg. Decree no.152 dated 11/5/99 : Protection of waters
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Recommended uses
Refrigerant
Can cause suffocation in high concentration.
Keep in a well-ventilated place.
Do not breathe the gas.
The risk of suffocation is often underestimated and must be clearly explained during the training of operators.
Ensure compliance with all the national and regional regulations.
Before using this product in any new process or trial, an in-depth study on safety and compatibility of the product with the materials must be carried
out.
The above information is based on our current know-how and describes the product according to the safety requirements. It does not however
represent a guarantee and assurance of the qualities in a legal sense. Each person responds personally for compliance with such regulations.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any inaccuracies in this manual due to printing or typing errors.
The reserves the right to modify the products contents in this catalogue without previous notice.
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