International Chemical Safety Cards

HALOTHANE ICSC: 0277
HALOTHANE
2-Bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane
BrClCHCF3
Molecular mass: 197.4
CAS # 151-67-7
RTECS # KH6550000
ICSC # 0277
UN # 1610

TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE
STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN!

INHALATION Confusion. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Nausea.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Dry skin. Roughness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness.
Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION


SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place (extra personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus).
Cool. Keep in the dark. Ventilation along the floor.

UN Hazard Class: 6.1
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0277 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

HALOTHANE ICSC: 0277

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
HIGHLY VOLATILE COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The vapour is heavier than air.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen bromide, hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride. The substance decomposes under the influence of light.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: 50 ppm; 404 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1992-1993).
PDK: 20 mg/m3 C (USSR 1993).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system and central nervous system. Exposure at high levels may result in unconsciousness. Medical observation is indicated.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys. May cause reproductive toxicity in humans.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 50°C
Melting point: -118°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.87 		Solubility in water, g/100 ml: poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 32.4
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.9 (calculated
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
N O T E S
0.01% Thymol is used as a stabilizer. Fluothane is a trade name.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0277 HALOTHANE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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