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Sulfur hexafluoride

CAS 2551-62-4
EC 219-854-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sulfur hexafluoride
Product Code
20925
Chemical Name
Sulphur hexafluoride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
2551-62-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
219-854-2 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST)

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
Press. Gas H280

GHS Pictograms

GHS04 - Compressed gas

GHS04

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P410 Protect from sunlight.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Sulphur hexafluoride EC: 219-854-2 2551-62-4 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Rub in calcium gluconate solution or calcium gluconate gel immediately.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined.

Eyes

Safety glasses.

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Flammability
Not determined.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Softening Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Physical State
Compressed gas
Solubility In Fat
---
Freezing Point
---
Density
1.67 g/cm3 (13.936 lbs/gal)
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Colour
Colorless
Ph
Not determined.
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Odor
Odorless
Solubility In Water
---
Boiling Point
Not determined
Physical State Data
gas
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Solubility
Easily soluble
Explosive Limits
---
Flash Point
Not applicable
Bulk Density
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
>1010.8 hPa (>758 mm Hg)
Appearance
Compressed gas
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Melting Point
-50.5 ℃ (-59 ºF)
Voc Content
---
Properties Status
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Cloud Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Compressed gas
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1080
Shipping Name
Sulfur hexafluoride SULPHUR HEXAFLUORIDE
Transport Class
2.2
Packing Group
Not applicable
IMDG

Warning: Gases

IATA

Warning: Gases

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Sulfur hexafluoride?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Sulfur hexafluoride?

Sulfur hexafluoride is a compressed gas appearing as compressed gas with colorless color. It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Sulfur hexafluoride?

Easily soluble

What is Sulfur hexafluoride used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Sulfur hexafluoride?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Sulfur hexafluoride?

The melting point is -50.5 ℃ (-59 ºF) and the boiling point is Not determined.

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