Hexafluoroethane
Agent Name
Hexafluoroethane
CAS Number
76-16-4
Formula
C2-F6
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
F 116; Freon 116; Perfluoroethane; R 116; Ethane, 1,1,1,2,2,2-hexafluoro-; Ethane, hexafluoro-; [ChemIDplus] UN2193
Category
Chlorofluorocarbons
Description
Colorless odorless gas; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used as dielectric, coolant, aerosol propellant, and refrigerant; [Hawley]
Comments
In confined space spill, may displace air and act as simple asphyxiant; Evaporating liquid can cause frostbite; [CAMEO] In confined space spill, may displace air and act as simple asphyxiant; Evaporating liquid can cause frostbite; Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS depression and cardiac arrhythmias; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
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: