2-Fluoroethanol

Name:	2-Fluoroethanol Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym:	Ethylene fluorohydri
CAS:	371-62-0

Section 1 - Chemical Product   MSDS Name:2-Fluoroethanol Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym:Ethylene fluorohydri

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Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CAS#	Chemical Name	content	EINECS#
371-62-0	2-Fluoroethanol		206-740-2

Hazard Symbols: T+
Risk Phrases: 10 26/27/28

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Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
  EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be fatal if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
May be fatal if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May be fatal if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Inhalation of vapors may cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and loss of consciousness.
Chronic:
Not available.

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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
  Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:

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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
  General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
  General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Remove all sources of ignition.
Use a spark-proof tool.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
  Handling:
Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container.
Poison room locked.

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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
  Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to acceptable levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 371-62-0: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Not available.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
 
Physical State: Clear liquid
Color: Not available.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 16mmHg @20 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 100 - 104 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -26.5 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 34 deg C ( 93.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.108
Molecular Formula: C2H5FO
Molecular Weight: 64.06

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
  Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Light sensitive.
Hygroscopic: absorbs moisture or water from the air.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, phosphorus halides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
  RTECS#:
CAS# 371-62-0: KL1575000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 371-62-0: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 1100 mg/m3/10M; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 1100 mg/m3; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 25 mg/m3/10M; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 25 mg/m3/10M; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 200 mg/m3/10M; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
2-Fluoroethanol - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
 

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Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
  Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
 
IATA
Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 6.1 (3)
UN Number: 2929
Packing Group: I
IMO
Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1 (3)
UN Number: 2929
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1 (3)
UN Number: 2929
Packing group: I

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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
 
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T+
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with
skin and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 1 Keep locked up.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 371-62-0: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 371-62-0 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
CAS# 371-62-0 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 371-62-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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