MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet
Genetron® 410A
Version 2 Revision Date 10/04/2010 Print Date 04/13/2012
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Carbonyl halides
Special protective
equipment for fire-fighters
: In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
No unprotected exposed skin areas.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions : Immediately evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Wear personal protective equipment. Unprotected persons
must be kept away.
Remove all sources of ignition.
Avoid skin contact with leaking liquid (danger of frostbite).
Ventilate the area.
After release, disperses into the air.
Vapours are heavier than air and can cause suffocation by
reducing oxygen available for breathing.
Avoid accumulation of vapours in low areas.
Unprotected personnel should not return until air has been
tested and determined safe.
Ensure that the oxygen content is >= 19.5%.
Environmental precautions : Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
The product evaporates readily.
Methods for cleaning up : Ventilate the area.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Handling : Handle with care.
Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Wear personal protective equipment.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Pressurized container. Protect from sunlight and do not expose
to temperatures exceeding 50 °C.
Follow all standard safety precautions for handling and use of
compressed gas cylinders.
Use authorized cylinders only.
Protect cylinders from physical damage.
Do not puncture or drop cylinders, expose them to open flame
or excessive heat.
Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Do not spray on a naked