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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Bromochlorodifluoromethane (R12B1)

by Airgas USA, LLC and its affiliates

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Bromochlorodifluoromethane (R12B1) is supplied by Airgas USA, LLC and its affiliates under product code 001166. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 29 January 2024. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 29 Jan 2024
Signal Word: WARNING
Product Code: 001166
CAS Number: 353-59-3

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: WARNING

GHS04Gas under pressure

GHS09Environment

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Bromochlorodifluoromethane (R12B1) issued by Airgas Usa, Llc And Its Affiliates on 29 January 2024 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Medium Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

P410 Protect from sunlight.

P403 Store in a well-ventilated place

Rating Before Controls

MEDIUM RISK

H400: Very toxic to aquatic life

Don't pour down drains

P273 Avoid release to the environment

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area

P391 Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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