Chemical Name: 1,3-Propanediol, 2,2-difluoro-
Synonyms: 2,2-Difluoro-1,3-propanediol
Recommended Uses: Industrial applications, chemical synthesis, research laboratories
Manufacturer/Supplier: Chemical supply distributors, laboratory suppliers
Emergency Contact: Refer to supplier emergency line or local chemical emergency professionals
Product Code: Internal product or lot number as assigned by manufacturer
Address: Manufacturer’s or supplier’s registered office for inquiries and support
Classification: Irritant to eyes and skin, potential respiratory hazard, harmful if swallowed, may cause damage to organs after prolonged exposure
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye damage, toxic by inhalation and ingestion, possible harmful effects on the central nervous system, may react violently with bases
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves, eye and face protection, avoid breathing vapors or mist, wash hands thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Health Effects: Immediate irritation, prolonged exposure can impair respiratory function, sensitization possible after repeated contact
Chemical Name: 1,3-Propanediol, 2,2-difluoro-
Chemical Formula: C3H6F2O2
CAS Number: 359-13-7
Impurities: Trace solvents typical of synthesis, water (moisture content), no stabilizers unless indicated
Concentration: Pure compound (over 98% typical), remaining percentage unspecified
Eye Contact: Flush immediately with gentle stream of water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present and continue rinsing, get medical attention
Skin Contact: Wash with cold running water and mild soap for 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move to fresh air without delay, assist breathing as needed, keep warm and at rest, consult a physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, give water if victim is conscious and alert, seek medical care without delay
Main Symptoms: Burning eyes, coughing, redness or blistering on skin, headache, nausea, or dizziness after inhalation
Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, avoid high pressure water streams
Hazards from Combustion: Releases toxic gases under fire, including hydrogen fluoride, carbon oxides, fluorinated organic vapors
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full chemical protective suit, gloves resistant to chemicals
Special Procedures: Stay out of vapor, cool containers exposed to fire with water spray, isolate area and deny entry unless essential personnel
Advice: Remove containers from fire area if safe to do so, monitor for toxic gas, treat run-off as hazardous
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unprotected personnel, ventilate area, prevent inhalation and skin contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent chemical from washing into drains, waterways, and soil, contain spill with sand or inert absorbent material
Spill Clean-up: Wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing, use non-sparking tools, sweep or transfer spilled material to labeled waste drum
Decontamination: Flush area with copious water when possible, ventilate contaminated area extensively
Emergency Procedures: Follow site-specific emergency response plan, notify environmental authorities if contamination of water or soil occurs
Handling: Avoid inhaling aerosols, avoid contact with eyes and skin, keep away from food and drinks, use in fume hood if available
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place in tightly closed container, segregate from strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Avoid bases, strong acids, high temperature, light-sensitive conditions may affect stability
Protection against static: Ground all transfer equipment, employ non-sparking tools
Specific Provisions: Maintain records of storage, keep access restricted to trained personnel
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established, minimize exposure via engineering controls
Engineering Controls: Use closed systems, chemical fume hoods, local exhaust or mechanical ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile or butyl rubber gloves, chemical splash goggles, long-sleeved lab coat, full-face shield during splashing risk
Respiratory Protection: Half-mask respirator with organic vapor cartridges if ventilation insufficient, do not reuse contaminated PPE
Hygiene: Wash hands and face before breaks and after work, do not eat, drink, or smoke in area of use
Appearance: Clear, colorless to faintly yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, somewhat sweet chemical odor
pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (estimate, not provided precisely in literature)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below room temperature
Boiling Point/Range: Between 140–160 °C at standard pressure
Flash Point: Above 90 °C (closed cup method)
Evaporation Rate: Slow relative to water
Flammability: May be combustible, not highly flammable
Vapor Pressure: Low at ambient temperature
Vapor Density: >1 (heavier than air)
Relative Density: About 1.24 (water = 1)
Solubility: Fully miscible with water, soluble in ethanol and acetone
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Data not readily available, expected low log P
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Decomposes above 190 °C, releases irritating fumes
Viscosity: Moderate, similar to other low molecular weight diols
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature and pressure, sensitive to heat, light, and air over time
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts violently with strong bases and oxidizers, forms toxic gases on decomposition
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong acids, alkalis, oxidants, reactive metals
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, elevated humidity, direct sunlight, sources of ignition
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Releases hydrogen fluoride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, difluorocarbons upon combustion or thermal breakdown
Routes of Exposure: Eye and skin contact, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral toxicity data suggest low to moderate acute toxicity, inhalation may cause respiratory distress
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate to severe irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Severe eye irritant, risk of permanent damage with prolonged exposure
Respiratory Sensitization: Inhalation may trigger asthma-like symptoms in sensitive individuals
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No evidence known in available literature
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA as a known carcinogen
Reproductive Toxicity: Data insufficient, no specific hazard identified
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Chronic exposure may affect liver or kidney with significant overexposure
Aquatic Toxicity: May cause harm to aquatic organisms at high concentrations, potential for long-term adverse effects
Persistence and Degradability: Moderately biodegradable in soil and water, fluorinated groups may resist microbial breakdown
Bioaccumulative Potential: Expected to have low bioaccumulation due to low partition coefficient
Mobility in Soil: High mobility in water; compound likely to move in groundwater, avoid environmental release
Other Adverse Effects: Risk of fluorinated compound accumulation in environment, possible impact on aquatic food chain if released in significant quantities
Method of Disposal: Incinerate in chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber, avoid discharge into surface or underground water
Container Disposal: Dispose containers as hazardous waste following local legislation, do not reuse empty containers
Precautions: Label waste containers adequately, inform disposal contractor of chemical properties and hazards
Regulations: Follow local, regional, and national regulations for hazardous chemical disposal, consult with waste management authorities
UN Number: Not assigned for this specific compound, ship as hazardous chemical
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (toxic substances) if classified by local authority
Packing Group: III (low hazard) based on degree of toxicity
Proper Shipping Name: Organic liquid, toxic, n.o.s. (contains 1,3-Propanediol, 2,2-difluoro-)
Transport Precautions: Keep container tightly closed, upright, and in original packing, segregate from oxidizers and foodstuffs, avoid temperature extremes during transit
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant in small quantity shipments, advise carrier about relevance in case of spillage
OSHA: Subject to hazard communication standard; material requires safety data sheet and labeling
TSCA Status: Appears on Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory or notified for research purposes
REACH Registration: Not fully registered under EU REACH for high-volume use, may fall under laboratory chemical exemptions
SARA Title III: Not specifically listed under Section 313, consult SARA for updates related to fluorinated intermediates
Other Regulations: Observe state and country-specific reporting lists for toxic or regulated chemicals, including possible inclusion in workplace environmental releases reporting
Worker Training: Personnel require training in chemical handling, PPE, and emergency measures as part of compliance
Labeling: Maintain all original hazard labels on containers and transfer vessels
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