1,1,1,2-Tetrachloro-2,2-difluoroethane
Synonyms & Trade Names
2,2-Difluoro-1,1,1,2-tetrachloroethane, Freon® 112a, Halocarbon 112a, Refrigerant 112aExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 500 ppm (4170 mg/m3)OSHA PEL
TWA 500 ppm (4170 mg/m3)Physical Description
Colorless solid with a slight, ether-like odor. [Note: A liquid above 105°F.]Molecular Weight
203.8Boiling Point
197°FMelting Point
105°FSolubility
0.01%Vapor Pressure
40 mmHgIonization Potential
?Specific Gravity
1.65Flash Point
NAUpper Exposive Limit
NALower Explosive Limit
NAIncompatibilities & Reactivities
Chemically-active metals such as potassium, beryllium, powdered aluminum, zinc, calcium, magnesium & sodium; acidsExposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin; central nervous system depression; pulmonary edema; drowsiness; dyspnea (breathing difficulty)Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH/OSHA
Up to 2000 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus
Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
- 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