Opteon XP40 (R-449A) Refrigerant: Safety Data Sheet

Safety Data Sheet
Opteon XP40 (R-449A) Refrigerant

Version 3.1
Revision Date 08/31/2015 Ref. 130000133420
This SDS adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements of the United States and may not meet the regulatory
requirements in other countries.
SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product name : Opteon XP40 (R-449A) Refrigerant

Tradename/Synonym : Opteon 449A
R-449A
449A
XP40
Product Grade/Type : ASHRAE Refrigerant Number Designation: R-449A
Product Use : Refrigerant, For professional users only.
Restrictions on use : Consumer use
Manufacturer/Supplier : The Chemours Company FC, LLC

1007 Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19899
United States of America
Product Information : 1-844-773-CHEM (outside the U.S. 1-302-773-1000)

Medical Emergency : 1-866-595-1473 (outside the U.S. 1-302-773-2000)
Transport Emergency : CHEMTREC: +1-800-424-9300 (outside the U.S. +1-703-527-3887)
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Product hazard category

Gases under pressure Liquefied gas
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Pictogram :
Signal word : Warning
Hazardous warnings : Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
Hazardous prevention : Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

measures
Other hazards
Vapours are heavier than air and can cause suffocation by reducing oxygen available for breathing., Rapid
evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite., Misuse or intentional inhalation abuse may cause death without
warning symptoms, due to cardiac effects., May cause cardiac arrhythmia.
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS-No. Concentration
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) 811-97-2 25.7 %
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene (HFO-1234yf) 754-12-1 25.3 %
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Pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) 354-33-6 24.7 %
Difluoromethane (HFC-32) 75-10-5 24.3 %
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. When symptoms
persist or in all cases of doubt seek medical advice.
Inhalation : Remove from exposure, lie down. Move to fresh air. Keep patient warm and at
rest. Artificial respiration and/or oxygen may be necessary. Consult a physician.
Skin contact : Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Flush area with
lukewarm water. Do not use hot water. If frostbite has occurred, call a
physician.
Eye contact : Hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Get medical attention.
Ingestion : Is not considered a potential route of exposure.
Most important : Anaesthetic effects Light-headedness irregular heartbeat with a strange

symptoms/effects, acute sensation in the chest, heart thumping, apprehension, feeling of fainting,
and delayed dizziness or weakness
Protection of first-aiders : If potential for exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective
equipment.
Notes to physician : Because of possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs,

such as epinephrine, that may be used in situations of emergency life support
should be used with special caution.
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SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media : Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and
the surrounding environment., Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry
chemical or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing : No applicable data available.

media
Specific hazards : The product is not flammable.
Special protective equipment : In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Use personal
for firefighters protective equipment. Wear neoprene gloves during cleaning up work after a
fire.
Further information : Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL) sections before proceeding with clean-up.
Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Safeguards (Personnel) : Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Ventilate area, especially low or enclosed
places where heavy vapours might collect. Refer to protective measures
listed in sections 7 and 8.
Environmental precautions : Should not be released into the environment. In accordance with local and
national regulations.
Spill Cleanup : Evaporates.
Accidental Release Measures : Avoid open flames and high temperatures. Self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) is required if a large release occurs.
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SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling (Personnel) : Avoid breathing vapours or mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. For personal
protection see section 8.
Handling (Physical Aspects) : The product should not be mixed with air for leak testing or used with air for
any other purpose above atmospheric pressure. Contact with chlorine or
other strong oxidizing agents should also be avoided.
Dust explosion class : No applicable data available.

Storage : Do not drag, slide or roll cylinders. Never attempt to lift cylinder by its cap.
Use a check valve or trap in the discharge line to prevent hazardous back
flow into the cylinder. Keep at temperature not exceeding 52C. Keep
containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Protect from
contamination. Protect cylinders from damage. Keep away from direct
sunlight. Store only in approved containers.
The product has an indefinite shelf life when stored properly.
Storage period : > 10 yr
Storage temperature : < 52 C (< 126 F)
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering controls : Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection : For rescue and maintenance work in storage tanks use self-contained
breathing apparatus. Vapours are heavier than air and can cause suffocation
by reducing oxygen available for breathing.
Hand protection : Additional protection: Impervious gloves
Eye protection : Wear safety glasses or coverall chemical splash goggles. Additionally wear a
face shield where the possibility exists for face contact due to splashing,
spraying or airborne contact with this material.
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Skin and body protection : Where there is potential for skin contact have available and wear as
appropriate impervious gloves, apron, pants, and jacket.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limit Values
This product does not contain any exposure limits that require disclosure according to OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard 2012.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance
Physical state : gaseous
Form : Liquefied gas
Color : clear
Odor : slight, ether-like
Odor threshold : No applicable data available.
pH : neutral
Melting point/range : No applicable data available.
Boiling point/boiling range : Boiling point

-46.0 C (-50.8 F)
Flash point : does not flash
Evaporation rate : >1

(CCL4=1.0)
Flammability (solid, gas) : The product is not flammable.
Upper explosion limit : Method: None per ASTM E681
Lower explosion limit : Method: None per ASTM E681

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Vapor pressure : 12,748 hPa at 25 C (77 F)
Vapor density : 3.07 at 25 C (77 F)

(Air = 1.0)
Specific gravity (Relative : 1.10 at 25 C (77 F)

density)
Water solubility : No applicable data available.
Solubility(ies) : No applicable data available.
Partition coefficient: n- : No applicable data available.

octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature : No applicable data available.
Decomposition temperature : No applicable data available.
Viscosity, kinematic : No applicable data available.
Viscosity, dynamic : No applicable data available.
% Volatile : 100 %
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity : Decomposes on heating.
Chemical stability : The product is chemically stable under recommended conditions of storage,
use and temperature.
Possibility of hazardous : Polymerization will not occur.

reactions
Conditions to avoid : Avoid open flames and high temperatures.
Incompatible materials : Strong bases Alkaline earth metals, finely divided metal powders, such as,
Aluminium, Magnesium, Zinc, or, strong oxidizers
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Hazardous decomposition : Hazardous thermal decomposition products may include:, Hydrogen fluoride,
products Carbon oxides, Fluorocarbons, Carbonyl fluoride
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a)
Inhalation 4 h LC50 : > 567000 ppm , Rat
Inhalation No Observed : 40000 ppm , Dog

Adverse Effect Cardiac sensitization
Concentration
Inhalation Low Observed : 80000 ppm , Dog
Concentration (LOAEC)
Skin irritation : No skin irritation, Rabbit
Eye irritation : No eye irritation, Rabbit
Skin sensitization : Does not cause skin sensitisation., Guinea pig
Does not cause respiratory sensitisation., Rat
Repeated dose toxicity : Inhalation

Rat
-
gas
NOAEL: 50000,
No toxicologically significant effects were found.
Carcinogenicity : Not classifiable as a human carcinogen.

Overall weight of evidence indicates that the substance is not
carcinogenic.
Mutagenicity : Animal testing did not show any mutagenic effects.

Tests on bacterial or mammalian cell cultures did not show mutagenic
effects.
Reproductive toxicity : No toxicity to reproduction

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No effects on or via lactation

Animal testing showed no reproductive toxicity.
Teratogenicity : Animal testing showed no developmental toxicity.
Further information : Cardiac sensitisation threshold limit : 334000 mg/m3
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene (HFO-1234yf)
Inhalation Low Observed : > 120000 ppm , Dog

Concentration
Skin irritation : No skin irritation, Not tested on animals
Not expected to cause skin irritation based on expert review of the
properties of the substance.
Eye irritation : No eye irritation, Not tested on animals

Not expected to cause eye irritation based on expert review of the
Skin sensitization : Not tested on animals

Not expected to cause sensitization based on expert review of the
There are no reports of human respiratory sensitization.

Rat
-
gas
NOAEL: 233 mg/l, 50,000 ppm,
Inhalation
Rabbit
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NOAEL: 2.33 mg/l, 500 ppm,
No toxicological effects warranting significant target organ toxicity
classification were seen below the recommended guidance values for
classification.
Inhalation
Mini-pig
-
gas
NOAEL: 50 mg/l, 10,000 ppm,

Sufficient data are available to conclude that the substance is not
expected to be carcinogenic.

Did not cause genetic damage in cultured mammalian cells.
Experiments showed mutagenic effects in cultured bacterial cells.

Teratogenicity : Animal testing showed effects on embryo-fetal development at levels

equal to or above those causing maternal toxicity.
Further information : Cardiac sensitisation threshold limit : > 559509 mg/m3
Pentafluoroethane (HFC-125)

Concentration
Inhalation Low Observed : 100000 ppm , Dog
Skin sensitization : Does not cause respiratory sensitisation., human
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Rat
-
gas

Overall weight of evidence indicates that the substance is not
carcinogenic.

Evidence suggests this substance does not cause genetic damage in
cultured mammalian cells.
Did not cause genetic damage in cultured bacterial cells.

Further information : Cardiac sensitisation threshold limit : 490000 mg/m3
Difluoromethane (HFC-32)
Inhalation Low Observed : > 350000 ppm , Dog

Concentration
Skin irritation : No skin irritation, Not tested on animals
Not expected to cause skin irritation based on expert review of the
Eye irritation : No eye irritation, Not tested on animals

Not expected to cause eye irritation based on expert review of the
Skin sensitization : Does not cause skin sensitisation., Not tested on animals
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Not expected to cause sensitization based on expert review of the

There are no reports of human respiratory sensitization.

Rat
-

Tests on bacterial or mammalian cell cultures did not show mutagenic
effects.

Information given is based on data obtained from similar substances.
Further information : Cardiac sensitisation threshold limit : > 735000 mg/m3
Carcinogenicity
The carcinogenicity classifications for this product and/or its ingredients have been determined according
to HazCom 2012, Appendix A.6. The classifications may differ from those listed in the National Toxicology
Program (NTP) Report on Carcinogens (latest edition) or those found to be a potential carcinogen in the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Monographs (latest edition).
None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed
by IARC, NTP, or OSHA, as a carcinogen.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Aquatic Toxicity
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a)
96 h LC50 : Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) 450 mg/l
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96 h ErC50 : Algae 142 mg/l

72 h NOEC : Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae) 13.2 mg/l

48 h EC50 : Daphnia magna (Water flea) 980 mg/l
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene (HFO-1234yf)
96 h LC50 : Cyprinus carpio (Carp) > 197 mg/l
72 h NOEC : Algae > 100 mg/l
48 h EC50 : Daphnia magna (Water flea) > 100 mg/l
Pentafluoroethane (HFC-125)
96 h LC50 : Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) 450 mg/l
96 h ErC50 : Algae 142 mg/l

72 h NOEC : Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae) 13.2 mg/l

48 h EC50 : Daphnia magna (Water flea) 980 mg/l

96 h LC50 : Fish 1,507 mg/l
96 h EC50 : Algae 142 mg/l
48 h EC50 : Daphnia (water flea) 652 mg/l
30 d : NOEC Fish (unspecified species) 65.8 mg/l
Environmental Fate
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Biodegradability : 5 % OECD Test Guideline 301D

Not readily biodegradable.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste disposal methods - : Can be used after re-conditioning. If re-conditioning is not practicable,
Product dispose of in compliance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging : Empty pressure vessels should be returned to the supplier.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT UN number : 1078
Proper shipping name : Refrigerant gases, n.o.s. (1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane,

Pentafluoroethane)
Class : 2.2
Labelling No. : 2.2
IATA_C UN number : 1078
Proper shipping name : Refrigerant gas, n.o.s. (1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane,

Pentafluoroethane)
Class : 2.2
Labelling No. : 2.2
IMDG UN number : 1078
Proper shipping name : REFRIGERANT GAS, N.O.S. (1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane,
Pentafluoroethane)
Class : 2.2
Labelling No. : 2.2
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

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TSCA 5E : This material contains one or more substances which are subject to a TSCA
Section 5 Consent Order or Significant New Use Rule (SNUR).
: 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene
PMN Number: P-07-0601 (Honeywell)
TSCA 12B This material contains one or more substances which requires export
notification under TSCA Section 12(b) and 40 CFR Part 707 Subpart D:
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene
PMN Number: P-07-0601 (Honeywell)
The approved uses are: refrigerant in motor vehicle air conditioning systems.
Processors and users of this substance must also comply with the applicable
general SNUR requirements set forth in 40 CFR 721 subpart A, including
export notification requirements if applicable (40 CFR 721.20), and the
applicable record keeping requirements set forth at 40 CFR 721.125.
Contact your local Chemours sales or technical representative for more

information.
SARA 313 Regulated : This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS
Chemical(s) numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established
by SARA Title III, Section 313.
PA Right to Know : Substances on the Pennsylvania Hazardous Substances List present at a

Regulated Chemical(s) concentration of 1% or more (0.01% for Special Hazardous Substances):
Difluoromethane
NJ Right to Know : Substances on the New Jersey Workplace Hazardous Substance List present
Regulated Chemical(s) at a concentration of 1% or more (0.1% for substances identified as
carcinogens, mutagens or teratogens): Difluoromethane
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California Prop. 65 : Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
any other harm: none known
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Chemours and the Chemours Logo are trademarks of The Chemours Company.
Before use read Chemours safety information.
For further information contact the local Chemours office or nominated distributors.
Revision Date : 08/31/2015
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
Significant change from previous version is denoted with a double bar.
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SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product name : Opteon XP40 (R-449A) Refrigerant

Product Grade/Type : ASHRAE Refrigerant Number Designation: R-449A

Product Use : Refrigerant, For professional users only.

Restrictions on use : Consumer use

Manufacturer/Supplier : The Chemours Company FC, LLC

Product Information : 1-844-773-CHEM (outside the U.S. 1-302-773-1000)

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Product hazard category

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Signal word : Warning

Hazardous warnings : Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Hazardous prevention : Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component CAS-No. Concentration

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) 811-97-2 25.7 %

2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene (HFO-1234yf) 754-12-1 25.3 %

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Pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) 354-33-6 24.7 %

Difluoromethane (HFC-32) 75-10-5 24.3 %

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Ingestion : Is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Most important : Anaesthetic effects Light-headedness irregular heartbeat with a strange

Notes to physician : Because of possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm, catecholamine drugs,

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SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Unsuitable extinguishing : No applicable data available.

Specific hazards : The product is not flammable.

Further information : Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Spill Cleanup : Evaporates.

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SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Dust explosion class : No applicable data available.

Storage period : > 10 yr

Storage temperature : < 52 C (< 126 F)

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Personal protective equipment

Hand protection : Additional protection: Impervious gloves

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SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Odor : slight, ether-like

Odor threshold : No applicable data available.

Melting point/range : No applicable data available.

Boiling point/boiling range : Boiling point

Flash point : does not flash

Evaporation rate : >1

Flammability (solid, gas) : The product is not flammable.

Upper explosion limit : Method: None per ASTM E681

Lower explosion limit : Method: None per ASTM E681

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