Product Identification

Product Name

Heptadecafluoro-1-iodooctane

Synonyms

1-Iodoperfluorooctane
Heptadecafluoro-1-iodooctane
Octane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8-heptadecafluoro-8-iodo-
Perfluoro-1-iodooctane

CAS

507-63-1

Formula

C8F17I

Molecular Weight

545.96

EINECS

208-079-5

RTECS

RG9700050

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

1717141

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-00425

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear light pink liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

25

Boiling Point

160

Vapor Pressure

3 (25 C)

Density

2.071 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

9

Heat Of Vaporization

38.1 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.336 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

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. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Dark room.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

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

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

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

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

69

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

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, light.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride, hydrogen iodide.