Product Identification

Product Name

Pentadecafluorooctanoic acid

Synonyms

Eftop EF 201
Pentadecafluoro-n-octanoic acid
Pentadecafluorooctanoic acid
Perfluorocaprylic acid
Perfluoroctanoic acid
Perfluoroheptanecarboxylic acid

CAS

335-67-1

Formula

C8HF15O2

Molecular Weight

414.07

EINECS

206-397-9

RTECS

RH0781000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

1809678

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00994

EC Class

corrosive

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

45 - 50

Boiling Point

192

Density

1.7 g/cm3

pKa/pKb

0.35 (pKa)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Corrosives area.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Not available.

Inhalation

May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause severe irritation and possible burns.

Eyes

Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 34

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

1759

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Poison Class

3

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, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Fire Potential

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

4

Incompatibilities

Bases - oxidizing agents - reducing agents.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1759

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2915 90 80