Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data
Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information
Basic Product Information
Regulatory Identifiers
Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances
Uses Information
Overview
Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane is a colorless liquid. white solid. substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, manufacture of substances, scientific research and development.
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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications
Classification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols
GHS07
GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions
Hazard Statements
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H420: Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere
Precautionary Statements
- P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
- P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+P352: If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water
- P304+P340: If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
- P305+P351+P338: If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label)
- P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
- P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
- P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
- P405: Store locked up
- P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
- P502: Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling
Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain
Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information
SynQuest Laboratories, Inc.
manufacturer
P.O. Box 309, Alachua, FL 32615 - United States of America
US
(386) 462-0788
(386) 462-7097
24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control
Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies
3E Company - Account 10069
(844) 523-4086
US
Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients
Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Product Type
substanceGeneral Composition
Mono-constituent
Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane | 76-12-0 | 100% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
Emergency First Aid Measures
Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies
🫁 Inhalation Exposure
Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical advice/attention.
Symptoms:
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
🖐️ Skin Contact
Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical advice/attention.
👁️ Eye Contact
Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention.
🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth out with water. Get medical advice/attention.
🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required
Treat symptomatically.
Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response
Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures
✅ Suitable Extinguishing Media
Alcohol resistant foam. Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Water spray. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
⚠️ Specific Fire Hazards
Thermal decomposition generates: Carbon oxides. Hydrogen chloride. Hydrogen fluoride.
🔥 Fire Fighting Instructions
Evacuate area.
🛡️ Firefighter Protection Equipment
Wear gas tight chemically protective clothing in combination with self contained breathing apparatus. For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection".
Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response
Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection
🚨 Emergency Procedures
Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Ensure adequate air ventilation. Do not breathe dust. Do not breathe gas, fumes, vapor or spray. Only qualified personnel equipped with suitable protective equipment may intervene.
💧 Small Spill Procedures
Take up small spills with dry chemical absorbent. Sweep or shovel spills into appropriate container for disposal.
🌊 Large Spill Procedures
Take up large spills with pump or vacuum and finish with dry chemical absorbent.
🌍 Environmental Precautions
Avoid release to the environment. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.
🧹 Cleanup Methods
Use explosion-proof equipment. Ventilate area.
Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products
Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications
Technical Specifications & Material Properties
Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Safe Handling & Storage Procedures
Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements
⚠️ Handling Precautions
• Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
• Ensure good ventilation of the work station.
• Do not breathe dust, fumes, mist, spray, vapors.
• Wear personal protective equipment.
• Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
🏪 Storage Conditions
• Keep container closed when not in use.
🧼 General Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the product.
Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment
🏭 Engineering Controls
Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.
🧤 Hand Protection
Protective gloves. 29 CFR 1910.138: Hand Protection.
👁️ Eye Protection
Chemical goggles or safety glasses. Face shield. 29 CFR 1910.133: Eye and Face Protection.
😷 Respiratory Protection
In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. 29 CFR 1910.134: Respiratory Protection.
🦺 Skin/Body Protection
Wear suitable protective clothing.
Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information
✅ Chemical Stability
The product is stable at normal handling and storage conditions.
🚫 Conditions to Avoid
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
🧪 Incompatible Materials
Alkali metals. Finely divided metals (Al, Mg, Zn). Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizing agents.
💨 Hazardous Decomposition Products
Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced. Hazardous decomposition products in case of fire, see Section 5.
Ecological Information & Environmental Impact
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data
🌱 Toxicity
🌱 Persistence and degradability
🌱 Bioaccumulative potential
🌱 Mobility in soil
🌱 Other adverse effects
🌱 Endocrine disrupting properties
🌱 Other adverse effects
Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods
Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements
♻️ Waste Treatment Methods
Remove to an authorized incinerator equipped with an afterburner and a flue gas scrubber.
🗂️ Product Disposal Recommendations
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with licensed collector's sorting instructions.
Transportation & Shipping Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements
🏷️ UN Number
3082
📦 Proper Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s.
⚠️ Transport Hazard Class
9
📋 Packing Group
III
Regulatory Information & Compliance
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance status
📋 Regulatory Summary
Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane (76-12-0) is listed on the United States TSCA inventory. All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory. This product or mixture does not contain a toxic chemical or chemicals in excess of the applicable de minimis concentration as specified in 40 CFR §372.38(a).
❌ Chemical Safety Assessment
No chemical safety assessment has been performed for this substance.
ℹ️ Additional Regulatory Information
California Proposition 65 - This product does not contain any substances known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.
Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions
Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance
What is the hazard signal word for Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane?
The signal word for this substance is "warning".
What is the physical form of Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane?
Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane is a solid appearing as colorless liquid. white solid. with colorless white color. It has slight ether-like odor.
What is the solubility of Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane?
Water: 1200 mg/l
What is Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances, Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane?
This substance has 5 hazard statements: H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation H335: May cause respiratory irritation H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness H420: Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere
What is the melting point of Tetrachloro-1,2-difluoroethane?
The melting point is 23.8 ℃ and the boiling point is 92.8 ℃.