Radio Shack HFC-134a, 64-4321 User Manual

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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Radio Shack Component Cooler

Date-Issued:

MSDS Ref. No:

Date-Revised:

Revision No:

12/20/2002 64-4321 12/20/2004 3

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PRODUCT CODE: CHEMICAL FAMILY:

MANUFACTURER

STRATUS, Inc. P.O. Box 949 1001 NW 1st Street Amarillo, TX 79107

Product Stewardshi

Radio Shack Component Cooler

64-4321 Component Cooler Radio Shack

HFC-134a

Hydrofluorocarbons

1-888-748-1777

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name Wt.% CAS# EINECS#

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) 100 811-97-2 223770

EEC LABEL SYMBOL AND CLASSIFICATION

Currently not classified according to EEC Directives.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

24 HR. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

CHEMTREC

CANUTEC

US Transportation) :

Canadian Transportation) :

Emer

ency Phone :

(800) 424 - 9300 (613) 996 - 6666 (800) 858 - 4043

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: IMMEDIATE CONCERNS:

May decompose on contact with flames or extremely hot metal surfaces to produce toxic and corrosive products.

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Liquid contact can cause irritation, which may be severe.

EYES:

Prolonged or repeated contact can result in defatting and drying of the skin which may result in skin irritation and dermatitis

SKIN:

(rash).

INHALATION:

death with longer exposure. Keep people away from such vapors without self-contained breathing apparatus.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE

Can cause severe eye irritation.

EYES:

Exposure to rapidly expanding gas or vaporizing liquid may cause frostbite ("cold" burn).

SKIN: INHALATION:

loss of consciousness).

ACUTE TOXICITY:

arrhythmia may result.

High concentrations in immediate area can displace oxygen and can cause dizziness, unconsciousness, and possibly

High concentrations may lead to central nervous system effects (drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, headaches, paralysis and

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Get medical attention, if irritation persists.

EYES:

In case of cold burns (frostbite) caused by rapidly expanding gas or vaporizing liquids, get medical attention promptly.

SKIN:

Clear, Colorless, Volatile Liquid

Warning! High concentrations of vapor can reduce oxygen available for breathing. Harmful if inhaled.

Overexposure may cause dizziness and loss of concentration. At higher levels, CNS depression and cardiac

INGESTION:

instructed to do so by a physician.

INHALATION:

medical attention.

Ingestion is unlikely because of the physical properties and is not expected to be hazardous. Do not induce vomiting unless

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration or give oxygen by trained personnel. Seek immediate

NOTES TO PHYSICIAN:

used with special caution and only in situations of emergency life support. Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical conditions.

Because of the possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs, such as epinephrine, should be

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASHPOINT AND METHOD: FLAMMABLE LIMITS: AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: FLAMMABLE CLASS: FLAME PROPAGATION OR BURNING RATE OF SOLIDS: EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

become combustible when mixed with air under pressure and exposed to strong ignition sources.

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT:

equivalent) and full protective gear.

COMMENTS:

*Based on ASHRAE Standard 34 with match ignition.

None*

Not Applicable

This product is not flammable at ambient temperatures and atmospheric pressure. However, this material may

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

GENERAL PROCEDURES: RELEASE NOTES:

Spills and releases may have to be reported to Federal and/or local authorities.

Not Applicable

> 750°C (1382°F)

Not Applicable

As appropriate for combustibles in area.

Use water spray to cool containers.

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, (MSHA/NIOSH approved or

Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING: STORAGE:

Follow standard safety precautions for handling and use of compressed gas cylinders.

Store in a cool place in original container and protect from sunlight.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:

OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Chemical Name OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Supplier

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a)

OSHA TABLE COMMENTS:

* (AEL)=Acceptable Exposure Limit as established by the manufacture

ENGINEERING CONTROLS:

use of this product.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

EYES AND FACE:

Skin contact with liquid may cause frostbite. General work clothing and gloves (leather) should provide adequate protection. If

SKIN:

prolonged contact with the liquid or gas is anticipated, insulated gloves constructed of PVA, neoprene or butyl rubber should be used. Any contaminated clothing should be promptly removed and washed before reuse.

RESPIRATORY:

whenever work

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed

lace conditions warrant a respirator's use.

Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary to control any air contaminants to within their TLVs during the

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) and a face shield.

EXPOSURE LIMITS

ppm

NE NE

TWA

mg/m3ppm mg/m3ppm

1,000 ppm

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