SDS

Material Safety Data Sheet

DuPont

™

SUVA

134a refrigerant

Version 2

Revision Date 09/12/2011 Ref. 130000000349

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HFC-134a is not flammable in air at temperatures up to 100 deg. C (212 deg.

F) at atmospheric pressure. However, mixtures of HFC-134a with high

concentrations of air at elevated pressure and/or temperature can become

combustible in the presence of an ignition source. HFC-134a can also

become combustible in an oxygen enriched environment (oxygen

concentrations greater than that in air). Whether a mixture containing HFC-

134a and air, or HFC-134a in an oxygen enriched atmosphere become

combustible depends on the inter-relationship of 1) the temperature 2) the

pressure, and 3) the proportion of oxygen in the mixture. In

general, HFC-134a should not be allowed to exist with air above atmospheric

pressure or at high temperatures; or in an oxygen enriched environment. For

example HFC-134a should NOT be mixed with air under pressure for leak

testing or other purposes.

Experimental data have also been reported which indicate combustibility of

this substance in the presence of certain concentrations of chlorine.

Suitable extinguishing media :

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and

the surrounding environment.

Firefighting Instructions :

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

Cool containers / tanks with water spray. Water runoff should be contained

and neutralized prior to release.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL) sections before proceeding with clean-

up. Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.

Safeguards (Personnel) :

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Ventilate area, especially low or enclosed

places where heavy vapours might collect.

Spill Cleanup

Evaporates.

Accidental Release Measures :

Should not be released into the environment.

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is required if a large release

occurs. Avoid open flames and high temperatures.