Radio Shack 640-4321 User Manual

SAFETY DATA SHEET

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MSDS-E-6404321
RadioShack® #6404321

Prepared to OSHA, ACC, ANSI, NOHSC, WHMIS, 2001/58/EC & 1272/2008/EC Standards

MSDS Revision: 2.0

MSDS Revision Date: 08/22/2012

1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

1.1

Product Name:

COMPONENT COOLER, 0% VOC, RadioShack® (P/N 64-4321), 4.5 oz. (128 g)

1.2

Chemical Name:

See ingredients listed in section 3

1.3

Synonyms:

1,1,1,2 - TETRAFLUOROETHANE

1.4

Trade Names:

NA

1.5

Product Use:

Component Cooler

1.6

Manufacturer’s Name:

CAIG Laboratories, Inc.

1.7

Manufacturer’s Address:

12200 Thatcher Court, Poway, CA 92064-6876 USA

1.8

Emergency Phone:

CHEMTREC: [phone] / [phone]

1.9

Business Phone:

[phone]

2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

2.1

Hazard Identification:

This product is classified as a HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE but not as DANGEROUS GOODS according to the
classification criteria of NOHSC: 1008(2004) and ADG Code (Australia). Keep out of reach of children.
WARNING. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Hazard Statements (H): H280 – Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
Precautionary Statements (P): P280 – Wear protective gloves and eye protection. P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES ­Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue
rinsing. P410 + P403 – Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. P501 – Dispose of
contents/container through licensed treatment, storage or disposal facility.

2.2

Routes of Entry:

Inhalation:

YES

Absorption:

YES

Ingestion:

YES

2.3

Effects of Exposure:

EYES: "Frostbite-like" effects may occur if the liquid or escaping vapors contact the eyes. Mists may cause irritation.
SKIN: "Frostbite-like" effects may occur if the liquid or escaping vapors contact the eyes. Mists may cause irritation.
INGESTION: Not considered to be a potential route of exposure.

INHALATION: Gross overexposure may cause central nervous system depression, dizziness, confusion, incoordination, drowsiness,

irregular heartbeat accompanied by a strange feeling in the chest, “heart thumping,” apprehension, light-headedness,
weakness, fainting, loss of consciousness, and death.

2.4

Symptoms of Exposure:

EYES: No exposure symptoms are reported by the manufacturer.
SKIN: No exposure symptoms are reported by the manufacturer.
INGESTION: Not considered to be a potential route of exposure.

INHALATION: Dizziness, confusion, incoordination, drowsiness, irregular heartbeat accompanied by a strange feeling in the chest,

“heart thumping”, apprehension, light-headedness, weakness, fainting, loss of consciousness, and death.

2.5

Acute Health Effects:

EYES: "Frostbite-like" effects may occur if the liquid or escaping vapors contact the eyes. Mists may cause irritation.
SKIN: "Frostbite-like" effects may occur if the liquid or escaping vapors contact the eyes. Mists may cause irritation.
INGESTION: Not considered to be a potential route of exposure.

INHALATION: Gross overexposure may cause central nervous system depression, dizziness, confusion, incoordination, drowsiness,

irregular heartbeat accompanied by a strange feeling in the chest, “heart thumping”, apprehension, light-headedness,
weakness, fainting, loss of consciousness, and death.

2.6

Chronic Health Effects:

The manufacturer has not reported any chronic health effects.

2.7

Target Organs:

None reported by the manufacturer.

2.8

Toxicological Properties:

None reported by the manufacturer.

NA = Not Available; ND = Not Determined; NE = Not Established; C = Ceiling Limit; See Section 16 for Additional Definitions of Terms Used
NOTE: all WHMIS required information is included. It is located in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-2010 format.

SAFETY DATA SHEET

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MSDS-E-6404321
RadioShack® #6404321

Prepared to OSHA, ACC, ANSI, NOHSC, WHMIS, 2001/58/EC & 1272/2008/EC Standards

MSDS Revision: 2.0

MSDS Revision Date: 08/22/2012

3. COMPOSITION & INGREDIENT INFORMATION

CHEMICAL NAME(S)

CAS No.

RTECS No.

EINECS No.

%

EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR (mg/m3)

ACGIH

NOHSC

OSHA

OTHER

ppm

ppm

ppm

TLV

STEL

ES-

TWA

ES-

STEL

ES-

PEAK

TLV

STEL

IDLH

1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUOROTHANE

811-97-2

KI8842500

212-377-0

100

NA

NA

4240

NF

NF

NA

NA

NA

1000 TWA

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1

First Aid:

EYES: Flush eyes thoroughly with copious amounts of water for at least 20 minutes, holding eyelids open to ensure complete

flushing. Seek immediate medical attention.

SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek prompt

medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.

INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center for assistance and instructions. Seek immediate

medical attention. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep victim’s head lowered (forward) to reduce the risk of
aspiration.

INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air at once. If breathing is difficult, provide supplemental oxygen. If breathing has stopped,

provide artificial respiration. Seek immediate medical attention. Provide supportive treatment, keeping victim warm
and quiet.

4.2

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:

Pre-existing cardiovascular or central nervous system diseases.

HEALTH

1

FLAMMABILITY

0

PHYSICAL HAZARDS

1

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

B

EYES

SKIN

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1

Flashpoint & Method:

NE

5.2

Autoignition Temperature:

ND

5.3

Flammability Limits:

Lower Explosive Limit (LEL):

NA

Upper Explosive Limit (UEL):

NA

5.4

Fire & Explosion Hazards:

Cylinders may rupture under fire conditions. This material will become combustible when mixed with air under
pressure and exposed to strong ignition sources. Decomposition may occur. Contact of welding or soldering
torch flames with high concentrations of refrigerant can result in visible changes in the size and color of the torch
flame. The flame effect will only occur in concentrations of product well above the recommended exposure
limit, therefore stop all work and ventilate the area before proceeding. Use forced ventilation to disperse
refrigerant vapors from the work area before using any open flames.

5.5

Extinguishing Methods:

Use media appropriate for surrounding materials.

5.6

Firefighting Procedures:

Wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Use a water spray to
cool containers involved in fire. Do not use direct water stream. Container storage areas exposed to direct flame
contact should be cooled with large quantities of water as needed to prevent weakening of container structure.
Keep containers cool until well after the fire is out to prevent rupture. Prevent runoff from fire control or dilution
from entering sewers, drains, drinking water supply, or any natural waterway.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1

Spills:

Secure spill area, remove or minimize all sources of ignition, and maximize ventilation. Stop spill or leak at source if safely possible. Deny
entry to all unprotected individuals. Individuals involved in the cleanup must wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Recover
free liquid or cover with inert absorbent material and place into appropriate container(s) for disposal. If necessary, dike well ahead of the
spill to prevent runoff into drains, sewers or any natural waterway or drinking supply. Contact appropriate local and/or provincial
authorities for assistance and/or reporting requirements.