SAFETY DATA SHEET 100% F2Xe Issue date: 31.10.2013 Version: 2.0 SDS No.: 000010022232 Revision date: 19.12.2013 1/12 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1 Product identifier Product name: 100% F2Xe Additional identification Chemical name: Xenon difluoride Chemical formula: F2Xe INDEX No. - CAS-No. 13709-36-9 EC No. 237-251-2 REACH Registration No. Not available 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses: Industrial and professional. Perform risk assessment prior to use. Electronic industry Uses advised against Consumer use. 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Supplier BOC Telephone: 0800 111 333 Priestley Road, Worsley M28 2UT Manchester E-Mail: [email protected] 1.4 Emergency telephone number: 0800 111 333 SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended O; R8 T; R25 T+; R26 C; R34 The full text for all R-phrases is displayed in section 16. Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended Physical hazards Oxidising solids Category 2 H272: May intensify fire; oxidiser. Health hazards Acute toxicity ( Oral) Category 3 H301: Toxic if swallowed. Acute toxicity ( Inhalation - dust and Category 2 H330: Fatal if inhaled. mist) Skin corrosion Category 1B H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. SDS_GB - 000010022232 SAFETY DATA SHEET 100% F2Xe Issue date: 31.10.2013 Version: 2.0 SDS No.: 000010022232 Revision date: 19.12.2013 2/12 2.2 Label elements Contains: Xenon difluoride Signal words: Danger Hazard Statement(s): H272: May intensify fire; oxidiser. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H330: Fatal if inhaled. Precautionary statement Prevention: P220: Keep/Store away from combustible materials. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284: Wear respiratory protection. Response: P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Storage: P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Disposal: None. 2.3 Other hazards: None. SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1 Substances Chemical name Xenon difluoride INDEX No.: - CAS-No.: 13709-36-9 EC No.: 237-251-2 REACH Registration No.: Not available Purity: 100 % The purity of the substance in this section is used for classification only, and does not represent the actual purity of the substance as supplied, for which other documentation should be consulted. Trade name: - SDS_GB - 000010022232 SAFETY DATA SHEET 100% F2Xe Issue date: 31.10.2013 Version: 2.0 SDS No.: 000010022232 Revision date: 19.12.2013 3/12 SECTION 4: First Aid Measures General: Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped. 4.1 Description of first aid measures Inhalation: Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped. Eye contact: Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical assistance. If medical assistance is not immediately available, flush an additional 15 minutes. Skin contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention immediately. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Rinse nose, mouth and throat with water. 4.2 Most important symptoms and Fatal if inhaled. Toxic if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. effects, both acute and delayed: 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Hazards: Fatal if inhaled. Toxic if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Treatment: If calcium gluconate gel is available, rub it into affected skin. SECTION 5: Firefighting Measures General fire hazards: Material will not burn. 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media: Water. Unsuitable extinguishing Dry Chemical, CO2, Halon media: 5.2 Special hazards arising from May ignite other combustible materials. Strong oxidiser. Enhances combustion of the substance or mixture: organic matter and other combustible materials. Hazardous Combustion If involved in a fire the following toxic and/or corrosive fumes may be produced Products: by thermal decomposition: Xenon; fluorine SDS_GB - 000010022232 SAFETY DATA SHEET 100% F2Xe Issue date: 31.10.2013 Version: 2.0 SDS No.: 000010022232 Revision date: 19.12.2013 4/12 5.3 Advice for firefighters Special fire fighting Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray and remove container, if no risk procedures: is involved. Continue water spray from protected position until container stays cool. Special protective equipment Gas tight chemically protective clothing (Type 1) in combination with self for firefighters: contained breathing apparatus. Guideline: EN 943-2 Protective clothing against liquid and gaseous chemicals, aerosols and solid particles. Performance requirements for gas-tight (Type 1) chemical protective suits for emergency teams (ET) SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures 6.1 Personal precautions, Evacuate area. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Provide adequate protective equipment and ventilation. Monitor the concentration of the released product. Prevent from emergency procedures: entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is proved to be safe. EN 137 Respiratory protective devices — Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with full face mask — Requirements, testing, marking. Avoid breathing dust. 6.2 Environmental precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid release to the environment. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dyke for water control. 6.3 Methods and material for Provide adequate ventilation. containment and cleaning up: Seal leaking cylinder in plastic bag and store in outer drum. Use alkaline chemical absorbent as prevention in outer drum. Spills: Move containers away from spill to a safe area. Hydrolyse with water and neutralise with alkaline solution. Consult supplier for specific recommendations. 6.4 Reference to other sections: Refer to sections 8 and 13. SECTION 7: Handling and Storage: 7.1 Precautions for safe handling: Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle the product. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Handle in a fume cupboard. Handle in gloves box or glove bag. Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure and temperature. Keep equipment free from oil and grease. Use only oxygen approved lubricants and sealants. Refer to supplier's handling instructions. The substance must be handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Protect containers from physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide or drop. Do not remove or deface labels provided by the supplier for the identification of the container contents. Provide adequate ventilation. Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place. Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations SDS_GB - 000010022232 SAFETY DATA SHEET 100% F2Xe Issue date: 31.10.2013 Version: 2.0 SDS No.: 000010022232 Revision date: 19.12.2013 5/12 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, Containers should not be stored in conditions likely to encourage corrosion. Keep including any incompatibilities: away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Stored containers should be periodically checked for general conditions and leakage. Store containers in location free from fire risk and away from sources of heat and ignition. Keep away from combustible material. Segregate from flammable gases and other flammable materials being stored. Do not expose to air. Do not store product in glass containers. 7.3 Specific end use(s): None. SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection 8.1 Control parameters Occupational Exposure Limits Chemical name Type Exposure Limit Values Source Xenon difluoride - as F TWA 2,5 mg/m3 UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) ( 12 2011) Xenon difluoride TWA 2,5 mg/m3 EU. Indicative Exposure Limit Values in Directives 91/322/EEC, 2000/39/EC, 2006/15/EC, 2009/161/EU ( 12 2009) 8.2 Exposure controls Appropriate engineering Consider a work permit system e.g. for maintenance activities. Ensure adequate controls: air ventilation. Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Keep concentrations well below occupational exposure limits. Gas detectors should be used when toxic quantities may be released. Product to be handled in a closed system and under strictly controlled conditions. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Individual protection measures, such as personal protective