Xenon difluoride

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.Hygroscopic.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation. Effects of contact may be delayed.
Ingestion:
May cause digestive tract disturbances.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Effects of inhalation may be delayed.
Chronic:
No information found.

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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.

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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Substance is noncombustible. Containers may explode when heated.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use straight streams of water. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray. For large fires, use water spray, fog or regular foam. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.

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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Powder
Appearance: off-white
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 5.9360g/cm3
Molecular Formula: F3La
Molecular Weight: 195.91

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Irritating and toxic fumes and gases, hydrogen fluoride, fluorine.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 13709-36-9: ZE1294166 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 13709-36-9: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 445 mg/m3/2H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 90 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Xenon difluoride - ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen (as F) (listed See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IATA
No information available.
IMO
No information available.
RID/ADR
No information available.

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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 13709-36-9: No information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 13709-36-9: OES-United Kingdom, TWA (listed as ** undefined
**): as F: 2.5 mg/m3 TWA
Canada
CAS# 13709-36-9 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
CAS# 13709-36-9 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 13709-36-9 (listed as ** undefined **): OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 2.5 mg(
F)/m3
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 2 mg(F)/m3
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-POLAND:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 2 mg(F)/m3
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 1.8 ppm (1.5 mg(F)/m3);STEL 9.0 ppm
OEL-THAILAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 13709-36-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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