Product Identification

Product Name

Iodopentafluoroethane

Synonyms

1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoro-2-iodoethane
Iodopentafluoroethane
Pentafluoroiodoethane
Perfluoroiodoethane

CAS

354-64-3

Formula

C2F5I

Molecular Weight

245.92

EINECS

206-566-7

RTECS

KI6397500

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

1740331

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-00166

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

-92

Boiling Point

7 - 15

Vapor Pressure

1270 (25 C)

Density

2.1605 g/cm3 (0 C)

Refractive Index

1.34 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with liquefied gas, thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Unlikely to occur.

Inhalation

Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation without warning.

Skin

Contact with gas or liquefied gas may cause burns, severe injury and/or frostbite.

Eyes

See Skin.

Hazards

Vapors from liquefied gas are initially heavier than air and spread along ground.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20 36/37

EC Safety Phrase

S 23 36/39

UN (DOT)

3163

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

-11

Fire Fighting

Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire.

Fire Potential

May burn but does not ignite readily

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Prevent any contact with the spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Do not direct water at spill or source of leak. If possible, turn leaking containers so that gas escapes rather than liquid. Allow substance to evaporate and vntilate the area.

Transport Information

UN Number

3163

Stability and Reactivity

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.