Hexagon Gas Declaration of Conformity Info for R134a R404a R407c R410a R448a R449a R1234yf R32 R513a R452a R152a

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Safety data

According to Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Gasses Under Pressure Compressed Gasses
  • Physical hazards: Gases under pressure - Compressed gas
  • Heath hazards: Not classified
  • Environmental hazards: Not classified
  • Signal word: WARNING
  • Hazard statement: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if headed.

Handling and storage

Handling
Avoid inhalation of high concentrations of vapours. Atmospheric levels should be controlled in compliance with the occupational exposure limit. Atmospheric concentrations well below the occupational exposure limit can be achieved by good occupational hygiene practice. The vapor is heavier than air, high concentrations may be produced at low levels where general ventilation is poor, in such cases provide adequate ventilation or wear suitable respiratory protective equipment with positive air supply. Avoid contact with naked flames and hot surfaces as corrosive and very toxic decomposition products can be formed. Avoid contact between the liquid and skin and eyes. For correct refrigerant composition, systems should be charged using the liquid phase and not the vapor phase.

STORAGE
Keep in a well ventilated place. Keep in a cool place away from fire risk, direct sunlight and all sources of heat such as electric and steam radiators. Avoid storing near to the intake of air conditioning units, boiler units and open drains. Cylinders and Drums: Keep container dry. Storage temperature: <45°C.

Protecting the Environment

Refrigeration systems should be serviced by qualified personnel only. Refrigeration units contain refrigerants under high pressure and improper service methods may cause personal injury.
In order to prevent personal injury and environmental hazards it is recommended to:

  • Relieve pressure and recover all refrigerant before system repairs or unit disposal
  • Wear safety glasses and gloves when handling refrigerants. Keep torches and other ignition sources away from refrigerants.

The use of refrigerants can have a negative impact on our environment. The priority is to minimise the direct impact this industry has on the environment such as refrigerant gas leaks. Refrigerant gas that leaks into the atmosphere could lessen the ozone layer and contribute to global warming.

Over the last 20 years, the refrigerant industry faced many challenges. While in the early stages the primary focus was finding a refrigerant that would provide effective cooling, over the years the impact of refrigerants on our environment became a global concern. Early refrigerants, while efficient, have a high ozone depletion potential (ODP) and a high global warming potential (GWP). The Montreal and Kyoto protocols managed to eliminate the use of the more environmentally harmful substances, the chlorofluorocarbons or CFCs and urged manufacturers to find greener, more eco-friendly solutions such as hydrofluorocarbons or HFCs as well as new plants designed for this type of refrigerants.

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