MSDS

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Genetron
®
134a
MSDS Number: GTRN-0011 Page 2 of 7
Current Issue Date: December, 2005
DELAYED EFFECTS:
None known
Ingredients found on one of the OSHA designated carcinogen lists are listed below.
INGREDIENT NAME NTP STATUS IARC STATUS OSHA LIST
No ingredients listed in this section
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN:
Promptly flush skin with water until all chemical is removed. If there is evidence of frostbite, bathe (do not rub) with
lukewarm (not hot) water. If water is not available, cover with a clean, soft cloth or similar covering. Get medical
attention if symptoms persist.
EYES:
Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes (in case of frostbite water should be
lukewarm, not hot) lifting eyelids occasionally to facilitate irrigation. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.
INHALATION:
Immediately remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Use oxygen as
required, provided a qualified operator is available. Get medical attention. Do not give epinephrine
(adrenaline).
INGESTION:
Ingestion is unlikely because of the physical properties and is not expected to be hazardous. Do not induce
vomiting unless instructed to do so by a physician.
ADVICE TO PHYSICIAN:
Because of the possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs, such as
epinephrine, should be used with special caution and only in situations of emergency life
support. Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the
clinical conditions.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
FLASH POINT:
Gas, not applicable per DOT regulations
FLASH POINT METHOD:
Not applicable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
>750°C
UPPER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air):
None*
LOWER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air):
None*
*Based on ASHRAE Standard 34 with match ignition
FLAME PROPAGATION RATE (solids):
Not applicable
OSHA FLAMMABILITY CLASS:
Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use any standard agent – choose the one most appropriate for type of surrounding fire (material itself is not flammable)
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Genetron 134a is not flammable at ambient temperatures and atmospheric pressure. However, this material will become
combustible when mixed with air under pressure and exposed to strong ignition sources.