Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS#	Chemical Name	Percent	EINECS/ELINCS
98-08-8	alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluorotoluene	99+	202-635-0

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

Appearance: clear, colorless liquid. Flash Point: 12 deg C.
Danger! Flammable liquid and vapor. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause methemoglobinemia.
Target Organs: Blood, kidneys, central nervous system, liver.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed. Overexposure may cause methemoglobinemia.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. May cause methemoglobinemia. May cause central nervous system effects.
Chronic: May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause methemoglobinemia, which is characterized by chocolate-brown colored blood, headache, weakness, dizziness, breath shortness, cyanosis (bluish skin due to deficient oxygenation of blood), rapid heart rate, unconsciousness and possible death. Chronic exposure may cause blood effects.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

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. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Will burn if involved in a fire. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Flash Point: 12 deg C ( 53.60 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: 620 deg C ( 1,148.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 3; Instability: 0

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and appropriate personal protection. (See Exposure Controls, Personal Protection section). Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Handling: Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits

Chemical Name	ACGIH	NIOSH	OSHA - Final PELs
alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluorotoluene	none listed	none listed	none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluorotoluene: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
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: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: clear, colorless
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 42.8 hPa @ 20 deg C
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 102 deg C @ 760 mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point:-29 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.190
Molecular Formula:C7H5F3
Molecular Weight:146.11

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

RTECS#:      
CAS# 98-08-8: XT9450000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 98-08-8:
     Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 92240 mg/m3/2H;
     Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 100000 mg/m3/2H;
     Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 70810 mg/m3/4H;
     Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 78100 mg/m3/4H;
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 10000 mg/kg;
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 10000 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 15 gm/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 15000 mg/kg;
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Dermal, rat: LD50 > 2000 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 98-08-8: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

Epidemiology: No information available.
Teratogenicity: No information available.
Reproductive Effects: No information available.
Mutagenicity: No information available.
Neurotoxicity: No information available.
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Fish: Fathead Minnow: 12 mg/l; 96 hr; LC50Water flea Water Flea: 10 mg/l; 48 hr; EC50 No data available.
Environmental: If released to soil, benzotrifluoride will have low mobility. Biodegradation of benzotrifluoride will not be an important fate process in soil or water according to a biodegradation study. If released to water, benzotrifluoride may adsorb to suspended solids and sediment. Experimental results suggest that benzotrifluoride will bioconcentrate in aquatic organisms.
Physical: log Kow = 3.01
Other: Do not empty into drains.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

	US DOT	Canada TDG
Shipping Name:	BENZOTRIFLUORIDE	BENZOTRIFLUORIDE
Hazard Class:	3	3
UN Number:	UN2338	UN2338
Packing Group:	II	II
Additional Info:		FLASHPOINT 12 C

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 98-08-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313      No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
     This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 98-08-8 can be found on the following state right to know lists: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     F N
Risk Phrases:
     R 11 Highly flammable.
     R 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
     effects in the aquatic environment.

Safety Phrases:
     S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
     S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
     S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
     /safety data sheets.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
     CAS# 98-08-8: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 98-08-8 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of B2.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 7/30/1999
Revision #6 Date: 5/08/2008

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