Product Identification

Product Name

2,2,2-Trifluoroacetamide

Synonyms

2,2,2-Trifluoroacetamide

CAS

354-38-1

Formula

C2H2F3NO

Molecular Weight

113.04

EINECS

206-559-9

Beilstein/Gmelin

1753625

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00471

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Light yellow solid.

Solubility in water

460 g/L (20 C)

Melting Point

73 - 75

Boiling Point

162.4

Density

1 g/cm3

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.

Inhalation

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

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

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

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Poison Class

3 (Strong toxins)

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Acids, bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents.

Stability

No data.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

HS Code

2924 19 00