Chloropentafluoroethane
Synonyms & Trade Names
Fluorocarbon-115, Freon® 115, Genetron® 115, Halocarbon 115, MonochloropentafluoroethanePhysical Description
Colorless gas with a slight, ethereal odor. [Note: Shipped as a liquefied compressed gas.]Molecular Weight
154.5Boiling Point
-38°FFreezing Point
-223°FSolubility
(77°F): 0.006%Vapor Pressure
(70°F): 7.9 atmIonization Potential
12.96 eVFlash Point
NAUpper Exposive Limit
NALower Explosive Limit
NARelative Gas Density
5.55
Nonflammable Gas
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Alkalis, alkaline earth metals (e.g., aluminum powder, sodium, potassium, zinc)Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact (liquid)Symptoms
dyspnea (breathing difficulty); dizziness, incoordination, narcosis; nausea, vomiting; heart palpitations, cardiac arrhythmias, asphyxia; liquid: frostbite, dermatitisTarget Organs
Skin, central nervous system, cardiovascular systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Frostbite
Eyes:Frostbite
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:No recommendation
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Frostbite wash
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division