Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- R404A
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Identified Uses
Refrigeration
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Harp International Ltd
manufacturer
Gellihirion Industrial Estate Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taff CF37 5SX
+44 (0) 1443 842255
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
+44 (0) 1270 502891
24 hour
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS04
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,1,1-Trifluorethaan EC: 206-996-5 | 420-46-2 | 52% | Yes |
| Pentafluoroethane (R125) EC: 206-557-8 | 354-33-6 | 44% | Yes |
| 1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE EC: 212-377-0 | 811-97-2 | 4% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Symptoms: In case of higher concentrations: narcosis, asphyxia, may cause cardic arrhythmia.
Allow to evaporate. Wash off with warm water. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Symptoms: Contact with liquid or refrigerated gas can cause cold burns and frostbite. Prolonged skin contact may defat the skin and produce dermatitis.
Immediately irrigate with eyewash solution or clean water, holding the eyelids apart for at least 10 minutes. Obtain immediate medical attention.
Symptoms: Causes frostbite burns to eyes. Symptoms: Lachrymation, redness, swelling of tissue, frostbite, burn.
Unlikely route of exposure.
Symptoms: Gas. Not applicable.
Immediate Medical Attention
Obtain immediate medical attention for eye contact. If symptoms persist after inhalation or skin contact, call a physician.
Related Substances
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Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Ensure adequate ventilation Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits
Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact). Protective gloves Suitable material: Fluoroelastomer
Tightly fitted safety goggles
Self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 133) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus in confined spaces, in cases where the oxygen level is depleted, or in case of significant emissions Use only respiratory protection that conforms to international / national standards
Wear suitable protective clothing If splashes are likely to occur, wear: apron, boots, Neoprene
Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN 3337
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for R404A?
The signal word is warning.
What is the physical form of R404A?
R404A is a compressed liquefied gas with colourless color. It has ether-like odor.
What is the solubility of R404A?
430 mg/l at 25 [o] C, water (pentafluoroethane)
What is R404A used for?
Refrigeration
What are the hazard statements for R404A?
This substance has 1 hazard statement:
- H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
What is the melting point of R404A?
The melting point is -103 [o] C (Pentafluoroethane) and the boiling point is -46.7 [o] C.