SDS

Safety Data Sheet
(REFRIGERANT R600a - ISOBUTANE)
Material safety data sheet according regulation (UE) 2015/830
Version 4 – Date: May, 2019
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4
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Inhalation
Remove patience from exposure to fresh air. Administer oxygen if necessary. Obtain immediate medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may include loss of mobility/consciousness. Victim may not be
aware of asphyxiation. In low concentrations may cause narcotic effects. Symptoms may include dizziness, headache, nausea
and loss of coordination.
5.Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Dry powder, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam and CO2.
No suitable extinguishing media High water jet.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
FLASH POINT: -117
℉
(-83
℃
) Closed Cup
AUTOIGNITION: -778
℉
(420
℃
)
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 1.8
UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 8.4
Specific hazards Contents under pressure.
On heating: heating will cause a rise in pressure with a risk of bursting.
Toxic and corrosive vapours are released.
Cool down the containers exposed to heat with a water spray.
Vapours are heavier than air and can cause rapid suffocation by reducing oxygen available for
breathing.
Hazardous combustion In case of fire, decomposition products may include the following materials: carbon dioxide and
monoxide.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Specific methods Coordinate fire measure to the surrounding fire.
Exposure to flames and heat can cause the container to rupture.
From protected position, cool endangered containers with water spray jet.
Do not discharge contaminated water into drains.
If possible, stop flow of the product.
Use water spray to cool exposed containers.