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Product:
FORANE® 404A
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SDS No.: 001741-001 (Version 1.3) Date 22.08.2017 (Cancel and replace : 19.06.2017)
ARKEMA 420 rue d’Estienne d'Orves - 92700 Colombes – FRANCE
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical:
Thermal decomposition giving toxic and corrosive products :
Hydrogen fluoride, Carbon oxides
One of the components of this preparation gives flammable mixtures with air
5.3. Advice for firefighters:
Specific methods:
Prohibit all sources of sparks and ignition - Do not smoke. Ensure a system for the rapid emptying of containers. In case of fire, remove
exposed containers. Cool containers/tanks with water spray.
Special protective actions for fire-fighters:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapours. In enclosed areas : ventilate or wear a self-contained breathing
apparatus (risk of anoxia). Remove all sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Evacuate non-essential staff and those not equipped with individual
protection apparatus.
6.2. Environmental precautions:
Do not release into the environment.
6.3. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Recovery:
Allow to evaporate.
Elimination: See chapter 13
6.4. Reference to other sections: None.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for safe handling:
Technical measures/Precautions:
Storage and handling precautions applicable to products:
pressurised liquified gas
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at machinery. Provide self-contained breathing apparatus nearby. Provide showers, eye-baths. Well
ventilate empty vats and tanks before entering.
Safe handling advice:
Prohibit ignition sources and contact with hot surfaces - DO NOT SMOKE.
Hygiene measures:
Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes. Avoid exposure to vapour. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
Wash hands after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: None.
Packaging material:
Recommended: Ordinary steel
To be avoided: Alloys containing more than 2% of magnesium, Plastic materials
7.3. Specific end use(s): None.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control parameters:
Exposure Limit Values Not relevant
8.2. Exposure controls:
General protective measures: Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Hand protection: Leather gloves
Eye/face protection: Safety glasses with side-shields
Skin and body protection: Protective clothing (cotton)
Personal protection in case of fire: See chapter 5
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