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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
INHALATION
ETHANE, 1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUORO-
Gross overexposure may cause: Central nerous system depression with dizziness, confusion,
incoordination, drowsiness or unconsciousness. Inhalation of high concentrations of vapor is harmful
and may cause heart irregularity unconsciousness or death. Intentional misuse or deliberate
inhalation may cause death without warning. Vapor reduces oxygen available for breathing and is
heavier than air. Liquid contact can cause frostbite.
HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS:
SKIN CONTACT
ETHANE, 1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUORO-
Immediate effects of overexposure may include frostbite. If liquid or escaping vapor contacts he
skin. Frostbite-like effects may occur if the liquid or escaping vapors contact the eyes.
Inhalation may include temporary nervous system depression with anesthetic effects such as
dizziness, headache, confusion, incoordination, and loss of consciousness.
Higher exposures may lead to temporary alteration of the heart's electrical activity with irregular
pulse, palpitations, or inadequate circulation. Fatality may occur from gross overexposure.
Individuals with preexisting diseases of the central nervous or cardiovascular system may have
increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures.
CARCINAGENICITY INFORMATION
None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0.1% are
listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
FIRST AID MEASURES
First Aid
INHALATION
If inhaled, immediately remove to fresh air. Keep person calm. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush area with plenty of lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes,
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. Wash contaminated clothing
before reuse. Treat for frostbite if necessary by gently warming affected area.
EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a
physician.
