SDS

Product Name Difluoromethane (R32)
Revision date 01-Mar-2017
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Other hazards
No information available
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Description Substance
Chemical Name
CAS No
Weight-%
Methylene fluoride
75-10-5
>=99.0
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Remove from exposure, lie down. Do not breathe
dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. In case of accident or unwellness, seek medical
advice immediately (show directions for use or safety data sheet if possible).
Inhalation
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable
for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
Skin Contact
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all
contaminated clothes and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin
irritation persists, call a physician.
Eye contact
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get
medical advice/attention.
Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Get medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No information available.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
CO
2
, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Do not use straight streams.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Incomplete combustion and thermolysis may produce gases of varying toxicity such as carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, various hydrocarbons, aldehydes and soot. These may be highly dangerous if inhaled in confined spaces
or at high concentration.
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Cool drums with
water spray. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full firefighting turnout gear. Stay
upwind. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Evacuate personnel to safe areas
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas
ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area)
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing