MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC. -- TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE -- - 
=====================  Product Identification  =====================

Product ID:TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE
MSDS Date:Jan 24 1989
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
Box:City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:530 WATSON STREET
Box:City:WHITBY
State:ZIP:L1N 5R9
Country:ONTARIO, CANADA
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:


=============  Composition/Information on Ingredients  =============

Ingred Name:TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE
CAS:116-14-3
Fraction by Wt: 99%

Ingred Name:INHIBITORS
Fraction by Wt: 1%

=====================  Hazards Identification  =====================

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No    IARC:No	OSHA:No
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: sore
    throat, nausea, vomiting, asthma, headache, suffocation, lung
    congestion, convulsions, coma LONG TERM EXPOSURE: kidney damage
    SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant
    adverse effects LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant
    adverse effects EYE CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: irritation,
    tearing, difficulty breathing LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as effects
    reported in short term exposure INGESTION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no
    information on significant adverse effects LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no
    information on significant adverse effects
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

=======================  First Aid Measures  =======================

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
    uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
    If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
    qualified personnel. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT:
    Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes while
    removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention, if
    needed. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing and shoes
    before reuse. EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at
    least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical attention. INGESTION:
    If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention. NOTE TO
    PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen.

=====================  Fire Fighting Measures  =====================

Flash Point:flammable
Autoignition Temp:392 F (200 C)
Lower Limits:10%
Upper Limits:50%
Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
    Use regular foam or flood with fine water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
    done without risk. For fires in cargo or storage area: Cool
    containers with water from unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles
    until well after fire is out. If this is impossible then take the
    following precautions: Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard
    area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in
    case of rising sound from venting safety device or any
    discoloration of tanks due to fire. For tank, rail car or tank
    truck: Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Let burn unless
    leak can be stopped immediately. For smaller tanks or cylinders,
    extinguish and isolate from other flammables. Evacuation radius:
    800 meters (1/2 mile).
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Severe fire hazard. The vapor is heavier
    than air. Vapors or gases may ignite at distant ignition sources
    and flash back. Vapor/air mixtures are explosive above flash point.

==================  Accidental Release Measures  ==================

Neutralizing Agent:

======================	Handling and Storage  ======================

Handling and Storage Precautions:Protect from physical damage. Store in
    a well-ventilated area. Store outside or in a detached building.
    Avoid contact with light. Keep separated from incompatible
    substances. Provide fire protection and spill control systems
    suitable for the hazards of the material.
Other Precautions:

=============  Exposure Controls/Personal Protection  =============

Respiratory Protection:Under conditions of frequent use or heavy
    exposure, respiratory protection may be needed. Respiratory
    protection is ranked in order from minimum to maximum. Consider
    warning properties before use. Any supplied-air respirator with a
    full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other
    positive-pressure mode. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that
    has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other
    positive-pressure mode. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately
    Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with full
    facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other
    positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape
    supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full
    facepiece.
Ventilation:Provide local exhaust ventilation system. Ventilation
    equipment should be explosion-resistant if explosive concentrations
    of material are present. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure
    limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Eye Protection:Wear splash resistant safety goggles. Provide an
    emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the
    immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:Wear appropriate chemical resistant
    clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
 TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE: No occupational exposure limits established.

==================  Physical/Chemical Properties  ==================

Boiling Pt:-105 F (-76 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-224 F (-142 C)
Vapor Pres:Not available
Vapor Density:3.9
Spec Gravity:1.5
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:insoluble
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:odorless
Corrosion Rate:

=================  Stability and Reactivity Data  =================

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:May explode when heated.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other
    sources of ignition. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed
    to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products:
    halogenated compounds, acid halides Thermal decomposition products:
    halogenated compounds, acid halides
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Polymerizes with evolution of heat.
    Monitor inhibitor content.

===================  Toxicological Information	===================

Toxicological Information:TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE: TOXICITY DATA: 40000
    ppm/4 hour(s) inhalation-rat LC50 LOCAL EFFECTS: Irritant: eye
    ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL: Slightly Toxic: inhalation TUMORIGENIC DATA:
    Available. REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS DATA: Available.

=====================  Ecological Information  =====================

Ecological:Not available

====================  Disposal Considerations  ====================

Waste Disposal Methods:Dispose in accordance with all applicable
    regulations.

===================  MSDS Transport Information  ===================

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
    Tetrafluoroethylene, inhibited ID NUMBER: UN1081 HAZARD CLASS OR
    DIVISION: 2.1 LABELING REQUIREMENTS: Flammable gas QUANTITY
    LIMITATIONS: PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR: Forbidden CARGO
    AIRCRAFT ONLY: 150 kg

=====================  Regulatory Information  =====================

SARA Title III Information:  SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
    HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated.  SARA TITLE
    III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
    regulated.	SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
    CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):   ACUTE: Yes  CHRONIC: No  FIRE: Yes 
    REACTIVE: Yes  SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes	SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
    CFR 372.65): Not regulated.
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
    SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Not regulated. OSHA PROCESS SAFETY
    (29CFR1910.119):  TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE: 5000LBSTQ
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65:  Known to the
    state of California to cause the following: TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE
    Cancer (May 01, 1997)

=======================  Other Information  =======================

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