3M(TM) Novec (TM) 1230 Fire Protection Fluid [FK-5-1-12]

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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

3.1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Specific Physical Form: Liquid Odor, Color, Grade: clear colorless, low odor. General Physical Form: Liquid Immediate health, physical, and environmental hazards:

Potential health effects

Eye Contact: Contact with the eyes during product use is not expected to result in significant irritation. Skin Contact: Contact with the skin during product use is not expected to result in significant irritation. Inhalation: If thermal decomposition occurs: May be harmful if inhaled. Ingestion: No health effects are expected.

Environmental effects

This substance has a high Henry's Law constant and therefore will be primarily found in the atmosphere where photolysis will be the dominant reaction pathway. The ultimate degradation products of the photolysis reaction are HF, CO2 and trifluoroacetic acid (TFA). This substance does not contribute to ozone depletion; it has an atmospheric lifetime of approximately 5 days and a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 1 ( IPCC 2001 Method). SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 FIRST AID PROCEDURES The following first aid recommendations are based on an assumption that appropriate personal and industrial hygiene practices are followed. Eye Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated. Skin Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated. Inhalation: If signs/symptoms develop, remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms persist, get medical attention. If Swallowed: No need for first aid is anticipated. SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES Autoignition temperature Not Applicable Flash Point Not Applicable Flammable Limits - LEL [Details: Nonflammable] Flammable Limits - UEL [Details: Nonflammable] 5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Product is a fire-extinguishing agent. 5.3 PROTECTION OF FIRE FIGHTERS Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear full protective equipment (Bunker Gear) and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not applicable. Note: See STABILITY AND REACTIVITY (SECTION 10) for hazardous combustion and thermal decomposition information. SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Accidental Release Measures: Observe precautions from other sections. Call 3M- HELPS line (1-800-364-3577) for more information on handling and managing the spill. Ventilate the area with fresh air. Contain spill. For larger spills, cover drains and build dikes to prevent entry into sewer systems or bodies of water. Working from around the edges of the spill inward, cover with bentonite, vermiculite, or commercially available inorganic absorbent material. Mix in sufficient absorbent until it appears dry. Collect as much of the spilled material as possible. Clean up residue. Place in a metal container approved for transportation by appropriate authorities. Seal the container. Dispose of collected material as soon as possible. In the event of a release of this material, the user should determine if the release qualifies as reportable according to local, state, and federal regulations. SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 HANDLING For industrial or professional use only. Contents may be under pressure, open carefully. Avoid breathing of vapors, mists or spray. Do not breathe thermal decomposition products.

Storage

Keep container in well-ventilated area. Store out of direct sunlight. Store away from heat. Store away from strong bases, amines, and alcohols. SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 ENGINEERING CONTROLS Provide appropriate local exhaust ventilation on open containers. Provide appropriate local exhaust when product is heated. 8.2 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 8.2.1 Eye/Face Protection As a good industrial hygiene practice: Avoid eye contact with vapors, mists, or spray. 8.2.2 Skin Protection Gloves are not required. 8.2.3 Respiratory Protection Under normal use conditions, airborne exposures are not expected to be significant enough to require respiratory protection. As a good industrial hygiene practice: Avoid breathing of vapors, mists or spray. If thermal decomposition occurs, wear supplied air respiratory protection. 8.2.4 Prevention of Swallowing Not applicable. 8.3 EXPOSURE GUIDELINES Ingredient Authority Type Limit Additional Information 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-NONAFLUORO-4- 3M TWA 150 ppm (TRIFLUOROMETHYL)-3-PENTANONE SOURCE OF EXPOSURE LIMIT DATA: ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists CMRG: Chemical Manufacturer Recommended Guideline OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration AIHA: American Industrial Hygiene Association Workplace Environmental Exposure Level (WEEL)