1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane
Agent Name
1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane
CAS Number
690-39-1
Formula
C3-H2-F6
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
2,2-Dihydroperfluoropropane; Bistrifluoromethylmethane; HFC 236fa; R 236fa; Propane, 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Chlorofluorocarbons
Description
Liquefied gas; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Developed as a replacement for chlorofluorocarbons to be used as a refrigerant and fire extinguishing agent; [AIHA]
Comments
May cause frostbite; Inhalation of high concentrations may cause cardiac sensitization and unconsciousness; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Lethal Concentration
LCLo (rat) > 195,000 ppm/4h
WEEL
1000 ppm
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Other Poison
Simple Asphyxiant
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: