EPA Snap List

United States Air and Radiation
Environmental Protection Agency Stratospheric Protection Division

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Halon Substitutes Under SNAP as of December 14, 2012
SNAP Information: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap
EPA has created the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program under section 612 of the Clean Air Act Amendments. SNAP evaluates alternatives to ozone-
depleting substances. Substitutes are reviewed on the basis of ozone depletion potential, global warming potential, toxicity, flammability, and exposure potential as
described in the March 18, 1994 final SNAP rule (59 FR 13044). Lists of acceptable and unacceptable substitutes will be updated periodically in the Federal Register. The
following SNAP notices and subsequent final rules are included in this list: August 26, 1994 (59 FR 44240), January 13, 1995 (60 FR 3318), June 13, 1995 (60 FR 31092),
July 28, 1995 (60 FR 38729), February 8, 1996 (61 FR 4736), May 22, 1996 (61 FR 25585), September 5, 1996 (61 FR 47012), October 16, 1996 (61 FR 54030), March 10,
1997 (62 FR 10700), June 3, 1997 (62 FR 30275), February 24, 1998 (63 FR 9151), May 22, 1998 (63 FR 28251), January 26, 1999 (64 FR 3861), April 28, 1999 (64 FR
22981)., April 26, 2000 (64 FR 30410), April 26, 2000 (65 FR 24387), January 29, 2002 (67 FR 4185), December 20, 2002 (67 FR 77927), August 21, 2003 (68 FR 50533),
October 1, 2004 (69 FR 58903), March 29, 2006 (71 FR 15589), September 27, 2006 (71 FR 56359), January 2, 2009 (74 FR 21), October 4, 2011 (76 FR 61269), August
10, 2012 (77 FR 47768), September 19, 2012 (77 FR 58035), and December 14, 2012 (77 FR 74381).
Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1211 Streaming Agents Under the

Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program as of December 14, 2012
Substitute Trade Name Comments

HCFC-123 FE-232 Non-residential uses only.
HCFC-124 FE-241 Non-residential uses only.
[HCFC Blend] B Halotron 1 Non-residential uses only.
[HCFC Blend] C NAF P-III Non-residential uses only.
[HCFC Blend] D Blitz III Non-residential uses only.
Gelled Halocarbon/Dry Chemical Envirogel Allowable in the residential use market.
Suspension
[Surfactant Blend] A Cold Fire,
FlameOut, Fire
Strike
Water Mist Systems using Potable
or Natural Sea Water
Carbon Dioxide
Dry Chemical
Water
Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1211 Streaming Agents Under the

Foam
Firebane ® 1170, Firebane ® 1179 Firebane ® 1170, Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines in the MSDS.
Firebane ® 1179 EPA recommends that use of these systems be in accordance with the latest edition of NFPA 10
Standard for Portable Extinguishers.
Notes 1,2
Firebane ® 1175, Firebane ® All- Firebane ® 1175, Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines in the MSDS.
Weather 1175 Firebane ® All- EPA recommends that use of these systems be in accordance with the latest edition of NFPA 10
Weather 1175 Standard for Portable Extinguishers.
Notes 1,2
Note 1: EPA recommends that users consult Section VIII of the OSHA Technical Manual for information on selecting the appropriate types of personal protective equipment for all
listed fire suppression agents. EPA has no intention of duplicating or displacing OSHA coverage related to the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., respiratory protection), fire
protection, hazard communication, worker training or any other occupational safety and health standard with respect to halon substitutes.
Note 2: Use of all listed fire suppression agents should conform to relevant OSHA requirements, including 29 CFR part 1910, subpart L, sections 1910.160 and 1910.162.
Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1211 Streaming Agents Subject to Narrowed Use Limits
under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program as of December 14, 2012
Substitute Trade Name Limitations Comments

[HCFC Blend] E NAF P-IV Acceptable in nonresidential uses only. As with other streaming agents, EPA recommends that potential risks of combustion
byproducts be labeled on the extinguisher (see UL 2129).
See comments 1, 2.
HFC-227ea FM-200 Acceptable in nonresidential uses only. See comments 1, 2
HFC-236fa Acceptable in nonresidential uses when manufactured See comments 1, 2, 3

using any process that does not convert
perfluoroisobutylene (PFIB) directly to HFC-236fa in
a single step.
CF3I Acceptable in nonresidential uses only.

Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1211 Streaming Agents Subject to Narrowed Use Limits
Substitute Trade Name Limitations Comments
C6F14 PFC-614, CEA- Acceptable for nonresidential uses where other Users should observe the limitations on PFC acceptability by making reasonable effort
614 alternatives are not technically feasible due to to undertake the following measures:
performance or safety requirements because of their
physical or chemical properties. (i) conduct an evaluation of foreseeable conditions of end use;
(ii) determine that the physical or chemical properties or other technical constraints of
the other available agents preclude their use; and
(iii) determine that human exposure to the other alternative extinguishing agents may
result in failure to meet applicable use conditions; Documentation of such measures
should be available for review upon request.
See additional comments 1, 2
C6- Novec 1230 Acceptable in nonresidential uses only. For operations that fill canisters to be used in streaming applications, EPA
perfluoroketone recommends the following:
(1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5- - install and use adequate ventilation ;
nonafluoro-4- - clean up all spills immediately in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices;
(trifluoromethyl)- and
3-pentanone) - provide training for safe handling procedures to all employees that would be likely to
handle containers of the agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent.
See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5
H Galden HFPEs Acceptable in nonresidential uses only. For operations that fill canisters to be used in streaming applications, EPA
recommends the following:
- install and use adequate ventilation ;
- clean up all spills immediately in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices;
and
- provide training for safe handling procedures to all employees that would be likely to
handle containers of the agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent.
See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5

Additional Comments
1. Discharge testing and training should be strictly limited only to that which is essential to meet safety or performance requirements.
2. The agent should be recovered from the fire protection system in conjunction with testing or servicing, and recycled for later use or destroyed.
3. Acceptable for local application systems inside textile process machinery.
4. As with other streaming agents, EPA recommends that potential risks of combustion by-products be labeled on the extinguisher (see UL 2129)
5. EPA has no intention of duplicating or displacing OSHA coverage related to the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., respiratory protection), fire protection, hazard communication,
worker training or any other occupational safety and health standard with respect to halon substitutes
Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1301 Total Flooding Agents Under the
Powdered Aerosol C PyroGen, Soyuz For use in unoccupied areas only.
Powdered Aerosol A SFE For use in unoccupied areas only.
Carbon Dioxide System design must adhere to OSHA 1910.162(b)(5) and NFPA Standard 12
Water
Water Mist Systems using Potable or

Natural Sea Water
HCFC-22 Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
The comparative design concentration based on cup burner values is approximately 13.9% while its cardiotoxic
LOAEL is 5.0%. Thus, it is unlikely that this agent will be used in normally occupied areas.
See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
HCFC-124 Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
[HCFC Blend] A NAF S-III Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
The comparative design concentration based on full scale testing is approximately 8.6%.
The agent should be recovered from the fire protection system in conjunction with testing or servicing, and
should be recycled for later use or destroyed.
Feasible for use in a normally occupied area.


HFC-23 FE 13 Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
The comparative design concentration based on cup burner values is approximately 14.4% while data indicates
that its cardiotoxicity NOAEL is 30% without added oxygen and 50% with added oxygen. Its LOAEL is likely
to exceed 50%.

Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
HFC-125 FE 25 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
HFC-134a Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6


The comparative design concentration based on cup burner values is approximately 7.0% while data indicate
HFC-227ea FM-200 that its cardiotoxicity LOAEL is probably greater than 10.5%. EPA is accepting 10.5% as its LOAEL.
This agent was submitted to the Agency as a Premanufacture Notice (PMN) agent and is presently subject to
requirements contained in a Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Significant New Use Rule (SNUR).
IG-100 NN100
IG-100 systems must include alarms and warning mechanisms.
Workplace personnel and employees should not remain in or re-enter the area after system discharge (even if
such discharge is accidental) without appropriate personal protective equipment.
See additional comments 1, 2 and 5.
IG-01 Argotec
(formerly Inert Gas Blend C) Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
The Agency does not contemplate personnel remaining in the space after system discharge during a fire without
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) as required by OSHA.
EPA does not encourage any employee to intentionally remain in the area after system discharge, even in the
event of accidental discharge. In addition, the system must include alarms and warning mechanisms as
specified by OSHA.
See additional comments 1, 2, 5.


IG-55 Argonite
(formerly Inert Gas Blend B) Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
The Agency does not contemplate personnel remaining in the space after system discharge during a fire without
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) as required by OSHA.
EPA does not encourage any employee to intentionally remain in the area after discharge, even in the event of
accidental discharge. In addition, the system must include alarms and warning mechanisms as specified by
OSHA.
See additional comments 1, 2, 5
IG-541 Inergen Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Studies have shown that healthy, young individuals can remain in a 10% to 12% oxygen atmosphere for 30 to
40 minutes without impairment. However, in a fire emergency, the oxygen level may be reduced below safe
levels, and the combustion products formed by the fire are likely to cause harm. Thus, the Agency does not
contemplate personnel remaining in the space after system discharge during a fire without Self Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) as required by OSHA.
This agent contains CO2, which is intended to increase blood oxygenation and cerebral blood flow in low
oxygen atmospheres. The design concentration should result in no more than 5% CO2.
See additional comments 1, 2, 5
Gelled Halocarbon/Dry Chemical Envirogel with ammonium Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Suspension with ammonium polyphosphate additive Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, for whichever hydrofluorocarbon gas is employed.
polyphosphate additive
Envirogel is listed as a streaming substitute under the generic name Gelled Halocarbon / Dry Chemical
Suspension. Envirogel was also previously listed as a total flooding substitute under the same generic name.
See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Foam A Phirex+ This agent is not a clean agent, but is a low-density, short duration foam.
(formerly [Water Mist / Surfactant Blend]
A)
Uni-light Advanced Fire Fighting Foam Uni-light AFFF 1% This agent is intended for use onboard ships and in off-shore installations. It may be used both in normally
1% water mist system occupied and unoccupied areas.
Appropriate personal protective equipment should be worn during manufacture or in the event of a release.
Personal protective equipment should include safety goggles, protective gloves, and a self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Supply bottles for the foam should be clearly labeled with the potential hazards associated with the use of the
chemicals in the foam, as well as handling procedures to reduce risk resulting from these hazards.
Use should conform with relevant OSHA requirements, including 29 CFR1910, Subpart L, Sections 1910.160 and
1910.163.e See additional note 5.
Firebane® 1179 Firebane® 1179 Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines in the MSDS. This agent is an aqueous surfactant blend.
Surfactant Blend A Cold Fire® Observe recommendations in the manufacturer’s MSDS and guidance for using this substitute.
C6-perfluoroketone (1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5- Novec 1230 Use of the agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
nonafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-3- Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
pentanone)
For operations that install and maintain total flooding systems using this agent, EPA recommends the following:
- install and use adequate ventilation ;
- clean up all spills immediately in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices; and
- provide training for safe handling procedures to all employees that would be likely to handle containers of the
agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent.
See additional notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

HFC-125 with 0.1% d-limonene NAF S 125 Use of the agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Extinguisher bottles should be clearly labeled with the potential hazards and handling procedures associated
with the use of HFC-125 and d-limonene, to reduce risk resulting from these hazards.
See additional notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
HFC-227ea with 0.1% d-limonene NAF S 227 Use of the agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Extinguisher bottles should be clearly labeled with the potential hazards and handling procedures associated
with the use of HFC-227ea and d-limonene, to reduce risk resulting from these hazards.See additional notes 1,
2, 3, 4, 5.
Nitrogen/Water Mist Vortex System Victaulic Vortex System EPA recommends that users consult Section VIII of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
Technical Manual for information on selecting the appropriate types of Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE). EPA recommends that use of this system should be in accordance with the safe exposure
guidelines for inert gas systems in the latest edition of NFPA 2001, specifically the requirements for
residual oxygen levels, and should be in accordance with the relevant operational requirements in
NFPA 750 Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems.
OS-10 ATK OS-10 EPA recommends that users consult Section VIII of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
Technical Manual for information on selecting the appropriate types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
EPA recommends that use of this system should be in accordance with the safe exposure guidelines for inert gas
systems in the latest edition of NFPA 2001, specifically the requirements for residual oxygen levels, and should
be in accordance with the relevant operational requirements in NFPA Standard 2010 for Aerosol Extinguishing
Systems.
Use should conform with relevant OSHA requirements, including 29 CFR part 1910, subpart L, sections
1910.160 and 1910.162.
See additional note 5.
N2 Towers® System N2 Towers® System EPA recommends that use of this system should be in accordance with the safe exposure guidelines for inert gas
systems in the latest edition of NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, specifically
the requirements for residual oxygen levels, and use should be in accordance with the NFPA Standard 2010 for
Aerosol Extinguishing Systems.
Additional Comments
1. Must conform with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart L Section 1910.160.
2. Per OSHA requirements, protective gear (SCBA) must be available in the event personnel must reenter the area.
3. Discharge testing should be strictly limited only to that which is essential to meet safety or performance requirements.
worker training or any other occupational safety and health standard with respect to EPAs regulation of halon substitutes.
6. The NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems gives guidelines for blends that contain HFC-134a or HCFC-22 and other acceptable total flooding agents, rather
than referring to HFC-134a or HCFC-22 alone.
Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1301 Total Flooding Agents Subject to Use Conditions
Substitute Trade Name Conditions Comments
Inert Gas/ FS 0140 For use in normally unoccupied areas only. The manufacturer's SNAP application requested listing for use in unoccupied areas only.
Powdered
Aerosol Blend Any employee who could possibly be in the area must See additional comment 2.
be able to escape within 30 seconds. The employer
shall ensure that no unprotected employees enter the
area during discharge.
Use of whichever hydrofluorocarbon gas (HFC-125, Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of
Gelled Envirogel with HFC-227ea, or HFC-236fa) is employed in the the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, for whichever
Halocarbon/Dry sodium formulation must be in accordance with all hydrofluorocarbon gas is employed.
Chemical bicarbonate requirements for acceptability (i.e., narrowed use
Suspension with additive limits) of that HFC under EPA’s SNAP program. Sodium bicarbonate release in all settings should be targeted so that increased blood pH level
sodium would not adversely affect exposed individuals.
bicarbonate
additive Users should provide special training, including the potential hazards associated with the use
of the HFC agent and sodium bicarbonate, to individual required to be in environments
protected by Envirogel with sodium bicarbonate additive extinguishing systems.
Each extinguisher should be clearly labeled with the potential hazards from use and safe
handling procedures.

Powdered Aero K, Stat X For use only in normally unoccupied areas. Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of
Aerosol D the NFPA 2010 standard for Aerosol Extinguishing Systems.
For establishments manufacturing the agent or filling, installing, or servicing containers or

systems to be used in total flooding applications, EPA recommends the following:
- adequate ventilation should be in place to reduce airborne exposure to constituents of
agent;
- an eye wash fountain and quick drench facility should be close to the production area;
- training for safe handling procedures should be provided to all employees that would be
likely to handle containers of the agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent;
- workers responsible for clean up should allow for maximum settling of all particulates
before reentering area and wear appropriate protective equipment; and
- all spills should be cleaned up immediately in accordance with good industrial hygiene
practices.

Powdered Fire Pro For use only in normally unoccupied areas. Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of
Aerosol E the NFPA 2010 standard for Aerosol Extinguishing Systems.
For establishments manufacturing the agent or filling, installing, or servicing containers or

systems to be used in total flooding applications, EPA recommends the following:
- adequate ventilation should be in place to reduce airborne exposure to constituents of
agent;
- an eye wash fountain and quick drench facility should be close to the production area;
likely to handle containers of the agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent;
- workers responsible for clean up should allow for maximum settling of all particulates
before reentering area and wear appropriate protective equipment; and
practices.

Phosphorous PhostrEx For use only in aircraft engine nacelles. For establishments manufacturing the agent or filling, installing, or servicing containers or
tribromide systems, EPA recommends the following:
- adequate ventilation should be in place and/or positive pressure, self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) should be worn;
likely to handle containers of the agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent; and
practices.

Powdered KSA® For use only in normally unoccupied areas. Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of
Aerosol F the NFPA 2010 standard for Aerosol Extinguishing Systems.
For establishments filling, installing, servicing, using, or disposing of containers or systems

to be used in total flooding applications, EPA recommends the following:
- appropriate protective clothing (e.g., goggles, particulate removing respirators, and
gloves) should be worn during the installation and maintenance of the
extinguishing units filled with the agent or during clean up and disposal of this
agent;
- training should be provided to all employees that would be likely to handle
containers of the agent or extinguishing units filled with the agent, required to clean
up after discharge or required to work near spaces protected by Powdered Aerosol
F.
Releases in all settings should be limited to an appropriate design concentration for the
protected space so that increased blood pH level would not adversely affect exposed
individuals.
Exposed individuals should be given an electrolyte solution to drink afterwards to restore the
pH within the appropriate range.
Each extinguisher should be clearly labeled with the potential hazards from use and safe
In the case of an accidental spill, the area should be well-ventilated, and workers should wear
protective equipment while following good industrial hygiene practices for clean-up and
disposal.
See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5.

Powdered Dry Sprinkler For use only in normally unoccupied areas. Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest edition of
Aerosol G Powdered the NFPA 2010 standard for Aerosol Extinguishing Systems.
Aerosol For establishments filling, installing, servicing, using or disposing of generator units or
(DSPA) Fixed systems in total flooding applications, EPA recommends the appropriate protective clothing
Generators (e.g., goggles, particulate removing respirators, and gloves) should be worn during the
installation and maintenance of the extinguishing units filled with the agent or during clean
up and disposal of this agent.
Powdered Aerosol G should be collected by hand (e.g., with a dustpan and duster or a
vacuum cleaner); waste should be collected in suitable drums for disposal and the area
should be washed clean with sufficient quantities of water; and training should be provided
to all employees that would be likely to handle the agent or generator units filled containing
the agent, required to clean up after discharge or required to work near spaces protected by
Powdered Aerosol G fixed generator total flooding systems.
In accordance with Department of Health and Human Services regulations (42 CFR Part 84),
safety glasses and a NIOSH/CDC-approved N99 respirator are required for individuals
installing Powdered Aerosol G fixed systems.
Each generator unit should be clearly labeled with the potential hazards from use and safe
In the case of an accidental discharge, the area should be well-ventilated, and workers should

wear protective equipment while following good industrial hygiene practices for clean-up
and disposal.
Additional Comments
1. Must conform with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart L Section 1910.160.
worker training or any other occupational safety and health standard with respect to EPAs regulation of halon substitutes.
6. DSPA generators produce combustion byproducts (micron-sized dry particles and a gaseous mixture), that mix together into a uniform fire-extinguishing aerosol before being released into
the protected area. The propellant components of the system generates inert gases, which function to physically extinguish the fire by the combined effects of straining the burning flame
front and reducing the heat of the combustion sources. The small aerosol particles have a high surface areato-volume ratio, which increases their ability to rapidly distribute throughout
enclosed areas and to act as heat sinks, while not displacing oxygen.
Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1301 Total Flooding Agents Subject to Narrowed Use Limits
Substitute Trade Limitations Comments

Name
HFC-236fa Acceptable when manufactured using any process that does Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
not convert perfluoroisobutylene (PFIB) directly to HFC- edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
236fa in a single step:
The comparative design concentration based on cup burner values is approximately
- for use in explosion suppression and explosion inertion 6.4%.
applications, and
Users should observe the limitations on HFC-236fa acceptability by taking the
- for use in fire suppression applications where other non- following measures:
PFC agents or alternatives are not technically feasible due to (i) conduct an evaluation of foreseeable conditions of end use;
performance or safety requirements: (ii) determine that the physical or chemical properties or other technical constraints of
the other available agents preclude their use; and
(a) because of their physical or chemical properties, or (iii) determine that human exposure to the other alternative extinguishing agents may
result in failure to meet safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
(b) where human exposure to the extinguishing agents may Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
result in failure to meet safety guidelines in the latest edition
of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Extinguishing Documentation of such measures should be available for review upon request.
Systems applicable use conditions
The principal environmental characteristic of concern for HFC-236fa is its high GWP
of 9400 and long atmospheric lifetime of 226 years. Actual contributions to global
warming depend upon the quantities emitted.
C3F8 PFC-218, Acceptable for nonresidential uses where other alternatives Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
CEA-308 are not technically feasible due to performance or safety edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
requirements:
The comparative design concentration based on cup burner values is approximately
(a) because of their physical or chemical properties, or 8.8%.
Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
(b) where human exposure to the extinguishing agents may edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
result in failure to meet applicable use conditions safety
guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard Users should observe the limitations on PFC acceptability by taking the following
for Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems measures:
(i) conduct an evaluation of foreseeable conditions of end-use;

Name
C3F8 (con’t) PFC-218, (see above) (ii) determine that the physical or chemical properties or other technical constraints of
CEA-308 the other available agents preclude their use; and
(con’t) (iii) determine that human exposure to the other alternative extinguishing agents may
result in failure to meet safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Documentation of such measures should be available for review upon request.
The principal environmental characteristic of concern for PFCs is that they have high
GWPs and long atmospheric lifetimes. Actual contributions to global warming
depend upon the quantities of PFCs emitted.
C4F10 PFC-410, Acceptable for nonresidential uses where other alternatives Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
CEA-410 are not technically feasible due to performance or safety edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
requirements:
Users should observe the limitations on PFC acceptability by taking the following
(a) because of their physical or chemical properties, or measures:
(i) conduct an evaluation of foreseeable conditions of end-use;
(b) where human exposure to the extinguishing agents may (ii) determine that the physical or chemical properties or other technical constraints of
result in failure to meet applicable use conditions safety the other available agents preclude their use; and
guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard (iii) determine that human exposure to the other alternative extinguishing agents may
for Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems result in failure to meet safety guidelines in the latest edition of the NFPA 2001
Documentation of such measures should be available for review upon request.
The principal environmental characteristic of concern for PFCs is that they have high
GWPs and long atmospheric lifetimes. Actual contributions to global warming
depend upon the quantities of PFCs emitted.
SF6 Only for use as a discharge agent in military applications Users should limit testing only to that which is essential to meet safety or performance
and in civilian aircraft. requirements.
This agent is used only to test new Halon 1301 systems.


Name
CF3I Use only in normally unoccupied areas. Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
Gelled Envirogel with Use only in normally unoccupied areas Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
Halocarbon/Dry any additive edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, for
Chemical other than whichever hydrofluorocarbon gas is employed.
Suspension ammonium
with any polyphosphate Envirogel is listed as a streaming substitute under the generic name Gelled Halocarbon
additive other or sodium / Dry Chemical Suspension. Envirogel was also previously listed as a total flooding
than ammonium bicarbonate substitutes under the same generic name.
poly-phosphate
or sodium See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
bicarbonate
HFC Blend B Halotron II Acceptable in areas that are not normally occupied only. See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
HFC227-BC Sodium bicarbonate release in all settings should be targeted Use of this agent should be in accordance with the safety guidelines in the latest
so that increased pH level would not adversely affect edition of the NFPA 2001 Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
exposed individuals. Users should provide special training to
individuals required to be in environments protected by See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
HFC227BBC extinguishing systems.
Each HFC227BBC extinguisher should be clearly labeled

with the potential hazards from use and safe handling
procedures.
Additional Comments
1. Should conform with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart L Section 1910.160.
5. EPA has no intention of duplicating or displacing OSHA coverage related to the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., respiratory protection), fire protection, hazard communication, worker training or
any other occupational safety and health standard with respect to halon substitutes.
Unacceptable Substitutes for Halon Fire Suppression and Explosion Protection Systems
Substitute Trade ODS Being Replaced Reason

Name
CFC-11 Halon 1211 streaming agents This agent has been suggested for use on large outdoor fires for which non-ozone depleting alternatives are
currently available. In addition, CAAA section 610 bans the use of CFCs in portable extinguishers.
HFC-32 Halon 1301 total flooding This agent is flammable.

agents
Chlorobromo- Halon 1301 total flooding Other alternatives exist with zero or lower ODP; OSHA regulations prohibit its use as an extinguishing agent in
methane (Halon agents fixed extinguished systems where employees may be exposed.
1011) See 29 CFR 1910.160(b)(11).
HBFC-22B1 FM-100 Halon 1301 total flooding HBFC-22B1 is a Class I ozone depleting substance with an ozone depletion potential of 0.74. The manufacturer of
agents this agent terminated production of this agent January 1, 1996, except for critical uses, and removed it from the
market because it is a fetal toxin.

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Acceptable Substitutes for Halon 1211 Streaming Agents Under the

Substitute Trade Name Comments

Substitute Trade Name Comments

Substitute Trade Name Limitations Comments

HFC-227ea FM-200 Acceptable in nonresidential uses only. See comments 1, 2

HFC-236fa Acceptable in nonresidential uses when manufactured See comments 1, 2, 3

CF3I Acceptable in nonresidential uses only.

Substitute Trade Name Limitations Comments

See additional comments 1, 2

See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5

See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5

Substitute Trade Name Comments

Powdered Aerosol C PyroGen, Soyuz For use in unoccupied areas only.

Powdered Aerosol A SFE For use in unoccupied areas only.

Water Mist Systems using Potable or

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See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Feasible for use in a normally occupied area.

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Substitute Trade Name Comments

Feasible for use in a normally occupied area.

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Substitute Trade Name Comments

Feasible for use in a normally occupied area.

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

See additional comments 1, 2 and 5.

See additional comments 1, 2, 5.

Substitute Trade Name Comments

See additional comments 1, 2, 5

Feasible for use in a normally occupied area.

See additional comments 1, 2, 5

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Substitute Trade Name Comments

See additional notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Substitute Trade Name Comments

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Substitute Trade Name Conditions Comments

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For establishments manufacturing the agent or filling, installing, or servicing containers or

Substitute Trade Name Conditions Comments

For establishments manufacturing the agent or filling, installing, or servicing containers or

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

For establishments filling, installing, servicing, using, or disposing of containers or systems

Substitute Trade Name Conditions Comments

See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5.

Substitute Trade Name Conditions Comments

See additional comments 1, 2, 4, 5, 6.

Substitute Trade Limitations Comments

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Substitute Trade Limitations Comments

Documentation of such measures should be available for review upon request.

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Documentation of such measures should be available for review upon request.

See additional comments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

This agent is used only to test new Halon 1301 systems.