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2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-propanol

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[Flash Point]

43
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Ingestion]

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
[Skin]

Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 10 20 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39
[UN (DOT)]

1987
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Colorless liquid.
[Melting Point]

-15
[Boiling Point]

109
[Density]

1.6647 g/cm3 (20 C)
[Usage]

To introduce fluoroalkyl groups into an organic molecule.
[Refractive Index]

1.4367 (20 C)
[Product Name]

1H,1H,3H-Tetrafluoro-1-propanol
[Synonyms]

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropan-1-ol
Tetrafluoropropyl alcohol
[CAS]

"CASEN_76-37-9.htm">76-37-9
[Formula]

C3H4F4O
[Molecular Weight]

132.05000000000001
[EINECS]

200-955-5
[RTECS]

UB9400000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Merck]

12,9346
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1738264
[Beilstein Reference]

4-01-00-01438
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.
[Stability]

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, sodium, potassium, and strong bases.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.
[UN Number]

1987