Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Perfluorooctanoic acid
- Product Code
- 171468
- Chemical Name
- Perfluorooctanoic acid
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 335-67-1 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration or the annual tonnage does not require a registration.
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH
manufacturer
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+49 (0)89 6513-1130
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC Deutschland
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Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS07
GHS08
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| pentadecafluorooctanoic acid EC: 206-397-9 | 335-67-1 | 90 - 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Immediately call in physician.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Avoid generation and inhalation of dusts in all circumstances. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up carefully. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.
Tightly closed. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorised persons.
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0,11 mm, Protective index : Full contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L; Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0,11 mm, Protective index : Splash contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Remarks : This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type P3. The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
Acid-resistant protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.
Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Bases
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No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 3261
- Shipping Name
- CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (pentadecafluorooctanoic acid)
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- III
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Perfluorooctanoic acid?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Perfluorooctanoic acid?
Perfluorooctanoic acid is a solid with colourless color. It has stinging odor.
What is Perfluorooctanoic acid used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Perfluorooctanoic acid?
This substance has 6 hazard statements:
- H302 + H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
- H360D: May damage the unborn child.
- H362: May cause harm to breast-fed children.
- H372: Causes damage to organs (Liver) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
What is the melting point of Perfluorooctanoic acid?
The melting point is 55 - 56 °C and the boiling point is 189 °C (981 hPa).