Material Safety Data Sheet
TITLE: MSDS, HFC REFRIGERANT BLEND TEMPTRONIC CORPORATION an inTEST COMPANY
Sharon, MA 02067
SHT 3 of 10 File: 17037BA A17037 Rev. A
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Section 2- Composition/ Information on Ingredients
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Material
CAS Number % WT.
1,1,1,3,3,3 – Hexafluoropropane (HFC-236fa) 690-39-1 48 MAX
Methane, Trifluoro- (HFC-23) 75-46-7 30 MAX
Tetrafluoromethane (Halocarbon 14) 75-73-0 26 MAX
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Section 3- Hazards Identification
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Inhalation:
Low levels of concentration, initial symptoms may include headache, dizziness, nausea, loss of concentration and
irritation. High concentrations of vapor is harmful and may cause central nervous system depression with dizziness,
cardiac arrhythmia, confusion, incoordination, drowsiness, heart irregularities, unconsciousness or death. Intentional
misuse or deliberate inhalation may cause death without warning. Vapor reduces oxygen available for breathing and
is heavier than air. Gross overexposure, possibly temporary alteration of the heart’s electrical activity with irregular
pulse, palpitations or inadequate circulation.
Individuals with preexisting diseases of the central nervous or cardiovascular system may have increased
susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures.
Skin Contact:
Immediate effects of overexposure may include: Frostbite and irritation, if liquid or escaping vapors contact the skin.
Eye Contact:
“Frostbite-like” effects and irritation may occur if the liquid or escaping vapors contact the eyes.
Carcinogenicity:
None of the components of this material (HFC refrigerant blend) are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, and ACGIH as a
carcinogen.
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Section 4 – First Aid
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Inhalation:
Immediately remove to fresh air. Keep person calm. If not breathing , give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult give oxygen.. Call a physician.