NAF-S-III Chemical Fire
Extinguishing Agent
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IDENTIFICATION |
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| Manufacturer: |
Flag Fire Equipment
Hwy #2 & Patillo Road, RR#1
Tecumseh, Ontario N8N 2L9
Emergency Phone: (519)727-6722
Technical Information: (519)727-6722 |
| Chemical Name: |
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 594 (Blend A) |
| Chemical Family: |
Mixture |
| Formula: |
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| Identifier: |
Fire Extinguisher NAF S III Chemical |
| Product Use: |
Used in the application of extinguishing fires. |
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| 2.
INGREDIENTS |
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| Hazardous Ingredients: |
% Cas#
LD50 LC50 |
| Chlorodifluoromethane |
82
75-45-6 N/Av
280,000 ppm |
| 2Chloro
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane |
9.5
2837-89-0 N/Av
570,000 |
| 2.2
Dichloro-1,1,1-Trifluoroethane |
4.75
306-83-2 2,000 mg/kg
32,000 ppm |
| Isopropenyl-1-Methyl
Cyclohexene |
3.75
5989-27-5 4400 mg/kg
N/Ap |
| Fire Extinguishers
contain compressed gas to ensure a high velocity discharge of product. WHMIS
Class A. |
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| 3.
PHYSICAL DATA |
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| Physical State: |
Liquid |
| Odour and Appearance: |
Colourless, Citrus like odour |
| Odour Threshold (ppm): |
10,000 |
| Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): |
6,190 @ 20°C |
| Evaporation Rate: |
>1 (butyl Acetate) |
| Boiling Point: |
38.3°C |
| Freezing Point: |
-107°C |
| pH: |
Not Applicable |
| Specific Gravity: |
1.2 @ 25°C |
| Density (g/ml) |
1.2 @ 25°C |
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| 4.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD
DATA |
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| Flash Point (°C) and Method:: |
Not applicable |
| Means of Extinction: |
None required. |
| Upper Flammable Point: |
Not applicable |
| Lower Flammable Point: |
Not applicable |
| Auto Ignition Temperature (°C) |
Not applicable |
| Hazardous Combustion Products: |
Hydrogen Chloride, Phosgene, Hydrogen Fluoride |
Explosion Data:
Sensitivity to Impact:
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: |
Not applicable
Not applicable |
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| 5.
REACTIVITY DATA |
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| Stability: |
Stable |
| Incompatibility: |
Can react violently with powdered aluminum, sodium
and potassium. Lithium in contact with this material may detonate. |
| Hazardous Decomposition Products: |
None. |
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| 6.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES |
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| Effects of Overexposure: |
Mild irritation of nose, throat and upper airways, light
headedness, giddiness, dizziness, drowsiness and loss of co-ordination. More
severe exposures may cause nausea, vomiting, irregular heartbeat death from
cardiac arrest. Contact with eyes may cause mild irritation. Frostbite may occur
due to freezing effect of this material. |
| Exposure Limits: |
TLV-C = 1000 ppm |
| Irritancy of Product: |
May cause skin and eye irritation |
| Sensitization to Product: |
Unlikely to occur. |
| Carcinogenicity: |
No data |
| Teratogenicity: |
No data |
| Reproductive Toxicity: |
No data |
| Mutagenicity: |
No data |
| Synergistic Products: |
No data |
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| 7.
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES |
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| Gloves: |
Impervious gloves, neoprene or viton. |
| Respirator: |
For over 10,000 ppm use air supplied respirator. |
| Footwear: |
Impervious material, neoprene or viton. |
| Clothing: |
Coveralls made of resistant material such as neoprene, viton,
PVC, natural rubber. |
| Eyewear: |
Chemical safety goggles. Face shield may be necessary. |
| Engineering Controls: |
The hazard potential for this substance is relatively low
therefore general ventilation is suitable. Use local exhaust to reduce airborne
aerosol. |
| Leak and Spill Procedure: |
Restrict area until area properly ventilated. Chemical
vapourizes upon discharge into air. |
| Waste Disposal: |
Dispose in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. |
| Handling Procedures: |
Transfer liquid in closed system. |
| Storage Requirements: |
Cool dry, ventilated areas. |
| Special Shipping Information: |
Fire Extinguisher Class 2.2 UN #1044 |
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| 8.
FIRST AID MEASURES |
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| Inhalation: |
Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. Obtain medical attention immediately. |
| Ingestion: |
Do not induce vomiting. Have victim drink 240 to 300
ml of water. Obtain medical attention. |
| Eye Contact: |
Blot away excess chemicals. Flush eyes with lukewarm
water for 20 minutes. Obtain medical attention. |
| Skin Contact |
For frostbite, immediately flush with lukewarm water for 20
minutes. Obtain medical attention. |
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| 9. PREPARATION DATE OF MSDS |
| Prepared by: |
Health and Safety |
| Date: |
January 1, 2004 |
| "Information contained herein is provided
without any warranty. Flag Fire Equipment Ltd. will not be liable for any damage
which may result from the use or reliance on any information contained
herein." Before any product is used, the label should be carefully read.
MSDS Control #504-10MS |
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