SAFETY DATA SHEET

Section 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Halon 1211

Other Identifiers: Freon 12B1, BCF, Fluorocarbon 1211,
Bromochlorodifluoromethane
Product Code(s): 1211
Model Codes for Extinguishers: 344, 352, 354, 355, 361, 369, 371, 372, 600, 695
Recommended Use: Fire extinguisher material
Manufacturer: AMEREX CORPORATION
Internet Address: www.amerex-fire.com
Address: 7595 Gadsden Highway, P.O. Box 81
Trussville, AL 35173-0081
Company Telephone: (205) 655-3271
E-mail Address: info@amerex-fire.com
Emergency Contacts: Chemtrec 1(800) 424-9300 or
(703) 527–3887
Issued: March 7, 2019

Section 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

GHS – Classification
Health Environmental Physical
Acute Toxicity: None None Warning
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2 None None
Skin Sensitization: None None None
Eye: Category 2A None None
STOT SE: Cat 1 (heart), None Danger
Cat 2 (CNS, blood system), Cat 2 (narcotic effects, Warning
respiratory system)
Carcinogen: None None None
Hazardous to Ozone Layer- Category 1 Danger None

GHS – Label Symbol(s):

If Pressurized: Gas Under Pressure

GHS – Signal Word(s): Warning

Danger (STOT Single Exposure; Heart)

Other Hazards Not Resulting in Classification: Halon 1211 is a simple asphyxiate. May
displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
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 May cause frostbite in contact with skin or
eyes.

GHS – Hazard Phrases

GHS Hazard GHS Codes(s) Code Phrase(s)
Physical H280 *- Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury.
Health H313 May be harmful in contact with skin.
332 Harmful if inhaled.
335 May cause respiratory irritation.
336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
370 Causes damage to organs (heart).
371 May cause damage to organs.
Environmental None
Precautionary:
General P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
Prevention P251 Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
260 Do not breathe gas/mist/vapors/spray.
264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
321 Specific treatment (see Section 4. First Aid Measures)
336 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected areas.
304+340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
305+310 IF IN EYES: Immediately call a doctor.
313+333 May be harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled.
Storage 410+403 *- Protect from sunlight. Store in well-ventilated place.
Disposal P501 Dispose of contents through a licensed disposal company. Contaminated container should
be disposed of as unused product.
*- If under pressure

Section 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name EC No. REACH Reg. No. CAS-No. Weight %
Bromochlorodifluoromethane 206-537-9 NA 353-59-3 100

Adverse health effects and symptoms: Halon 1211 is a simple asphyxiate. The gas is
heavier than air and may accumulate in low spaces
causing a deficiency of oxygen and cause rapid
suffocation. Symptoms include drowsiness and
unconsciousness.

If people are intoxicated with fluorocarbons, strenuous

exercise can result in arrhythmia.

May cause frostbite in contact with skin or eyes.

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 Section 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Exposure: Liquid or cold gas can cause freezing injury to eyes.
Flush eyes with cool water for 15 minutes. Seek
medical attention immediately.
Skin Exposure: May cause cold burns or frostbite. Remove
contaminated clothing and flush affected areas with
lukewarm (NOT HOT) water. Seek medical attention
immediately if blistering of the dermal surface or if
deep tissue freezing occurs
Inhalation: Halon 1211 is a simple asphyxiate. May cause
coughing, dizziness, headache, dyspnea,
unconsciousness and death. If symptoms appear or
respiratory distress occurs, remove victim to fresh air.
Seek medical attention immediately.
Ingestion: None under normal conditions
Medical conditions possibly
aggravated by exposure: Because of the possibility of cardiac arrythmia,
sympathomimetic drugs such as epinephrine should
not be administered.

Section 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Flammable Properties: Not flammable

Flash Point: None
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Non-combustible. Use extinguishing media suitable
for surrounding conditions. Cool fire-exposed
cylinders until flames are extinguished. Damaged
cylinders should be handled only by specialists.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Under certain conditions, fluorocarbon vapors may
decompose on contact with flames or hot surfaces,
creating the potential hazard of inhalation of toxic
decompostion products such as hydrogen bromide,
hydrogen fluoride, and hydrogen chloride.
Explosion Data:
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not sensitive
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not sensitive
Unusual fire/explosion hazards: Cylinders could rupture under heat of fire.
Protective Equipment and
Precautions for Firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing
apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
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 Section 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions: Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Ensure adequate

ventilation, especially in confined areas. Monitor
oxygen level. If safe, move leaking cylinders to a safe
place. Ventilate the area.
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when
entering a potentially oxygen deficinet area unless
atmosphere is proved safe.
Emergency Procedures: Handle in accordance with good health and safety
practices.
Methods for Containment: Stop the flow of gas or remove cylinder to outdoor
location if this can be done without risk. If leak is in
container or container valve, contact the appropriate
emergency telephone number in Section 1
or call your closest supplier location.
Methods for Clean Up: Return cylinder to authorized distributor.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spreading of vapors through sewers,
ventilation systems and confined areas.
Other: None

Section 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Personal Precautions: Only experienced and properly instructed persons

should handle gases under pressure.
Conditions for Safe Storage/Handling: If under pressure - Protect from sunlight and store in a
well-ventilated place. Always store and handle
compressed gas cylinders in accordance with
Compressed Gas Association, Pamphlet CGA-P1,
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers.
Incompatible Products: Alkali and alkaline earth metals – certain reactive
metals such as powdered zinc and aluminum.

Section 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Chemical Name OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV NIOSH IDLH EU BLV

Bromochlorodifluoromethane NR NR NR NR
NR = Not Regulated.

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Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation to prevent accumulation of
high concentrations and maintain air-oxygen levels at
or above 19.5%. Oxygen detectors should be used
when asphyxiating gases may be released. Systems
under pressure should be regularly checked for
leakages.
Personal Protective Equipment Safety glasses

Eye/Face Protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles or face shield

Skin and Body Protection: Wear protective gloves, safety shoes.
Respiratory Protection: If oxygen levels fall below 19.5%, use positive
pressure respirator with escape cylinder or self-
contained breathing apparatus for oxygen-deficient
atmospheres. Positive-pressure supplied air
respirators may be required for high airborne
concentrations. Respiratory protection must be
provided in accordance with current local regulations.
Hygiene Measures: Good personal hygiene practice is essential, such as
avoiding food, tobacco products, or other hand-to-
mouth contact when handling. Do not get in eyes, on
skin, or on clothing.

Section 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: Colorless liquified gas under pressure

Molecular Weight: 165.362 g/mole
Odor: Sweet
Odor Threshold: No information available
Decomposition Temperature OC: No information available
Freezing Point OC: No information available
Initial Boiling Point OC: -3.7
Physical State: Compressed liquefied gas
pH: Not applicable
Flash Point OC: None
Auto-ignition Temperature OC: No information available

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Boiling Point/Range OC: -3.7
Melting Point/Range OC: -159.5
Flammability: Not Flammable
Flammability Limits in Air OC: Upper – Not Flammable; Lower-Not Flammable
Explosive Properties: None
Oxidizing Properties: Not Applicable
Volatile Component (%vol) Not Applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not Applicable
Vapor Density: 5.7 (air=1)
Vapor Pressure: 2.07x103 Hg (at 25OC)
Density at 25 C: 1.850
Solubility: None

Section 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity: Not Applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling
conditions.
Incompatibles: Alkali and alkaline earth metals – certain reactive
metals such as powdered zinc and aluminum.
Conditions to Avoid: Extremely high temperatures.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Under certain conditions, fluorocarbon vapors may
decompose on contact with flames or hot surfaces,
creating the potential hazard of inhalation of toxic
decompostion products such as hydrogen bromide,
hydrogen fluoride, and hydrogen chloride.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None
Hazardous Polymerization Does not occur

Section 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, and eye contact.

Symptoms:
Immediate:
Inhalation: Increased respiration, headache, mild narcotic effects,
drowsiness, unconsciousness, death.
Eyes: Contact with liquid/gas may cause burns/frostbite.
Skin: Contact with liquid/gas may cause burns/frostbite.
Delayed: Possible arrythmia after several minutes.
Acute Toxicity: Simple asphyxiant.
Chronic Toxicity:
Short-term Exposure: May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
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 Long-term Exposure: Possible arrythmia until concentrations of
fluorocarbon can be removed from the body.

Acute Toxicity Values - Health

Chemical Name LD50 LC50 (Inhalation)
Oral Dermal

Bromochlorodifluoromethane No information available No information available 85000-100000 ppm (rat) 4h

Reproductive Toxicity: This product’s ingredients are not known to have

reproductive or teratogenic effects.
Target Organs and Effects (TOST- Single Exposure): Category 1 (heart), Category 2 (CNS, blood
system; Category 3 (narcotic effects, respiratory tract
irritation).

Other Toxicity Categories

Chemical Name Germ Cell Carcino- Repro- TOST TOST Aspiration
Mutagenicity genicity ductive Single Exp Repeated Exp
Bromochlorodifluoromethane None None None Central Nervous System, None None
Respiratory System
Heart, Blood System

Section 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity:
Persistence/Degradability: Slowly degrades in atmosphere
Probability of rapid biodegradation (BIOWIN): 0.3273 (Slow)
Anaerobic biodegradation probability (BIOWIN):0.8463 (Fast)
Bioconcentration factor: 8.393 L/kg (Low)
Bioaccummulation factor: 8.439
Mobility in soil: Very high
Log Kow: 1.9
Log Koc (Kow Method): 44.53 L/kg
Log Koa: 1.315
Log Kaw: 0.585
*Level lII Fugacity Model:
1.11% soil, 47% water, 0.188% sediment, 51.7% air

Other Adverse Ecological Effects: Harmful to the ozone layer

Aquatic Toxicity Values – Environment – Research

Chemical Name Acute (LC50) Chronic (EC50)
Bromochlorodifluoromethane Not available Not available

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Aquatic Toxicity Values – Environment – Estimates
Chemical Name Acute (LC50) EC50
Bromochlorodifluoromethane 85.2 mg/L (fathead minnow) 44.6 mg/L (daphnia)
152.21 mg/L (fish)

Section 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Safe Handling None.

Waste Disposal Considerations Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local
regulations.
Contaminated Packaging Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local
regulations.

NOTES:
This product is not a RCRA characteristically hazardous or listed hazardous waste. Dispose of
according to state or local laws, which may be more restrictive than federal laws or regulations.
Used product may be altered or contaminated, creating different disposal considerations.

Section 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN Number: 1974
UN Proper Shipping Name: Compressed gas, N.O.S,
(Bromochlorodifluoromethane)
DOT Transport Hazard Class: 2.2
Packing Group: NA
Marine Pollutant?: NO
IATA Not regulated

NOTES:
This product is not defined as a hazardous material under U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
49 CFR 172, or by Transport Canada “Transportation of Dangerous Goods” regulations.

Special Precautions for Shipping:

If shipped in a stored pressure-type fire extinguisher, carbon dioxide in a pressurized container is
considered a hazardous material by the US Department of Transportation and Transport Canada.
The proper shipping name shall be HALON 1211 and the UN designation is UN 1044. The DOT
hazard class/division is LIMITED QUANTITY when pressurized to less than 241 psig and when
shipped via highway or rail. UN Class 2.2. Non-Flammable Gas, when shipping via air. Packing
Group – N/A

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 Section 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

International Inventory Status: All ingredients are on the following inventories

Country(ies) Agency Status
United States of America TSCA Yes
Canada WHMIS Yes
Australia AICS Yes
Europe EINECS/ELINCS Tes

REACH Title VII Restrictions: No information available

Chemical Name Dangerous Organic Harmful Pollution Pollution Poison and
Substances Solvents Substances Whose Release and Release and Deleterious
Names Are to be Transfer Registry Transfer Registry Substances
Indicated on Label (Class II) (Class I) Control Law
Bromochloro- Not Not Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not
difluoromethane Applicable Applicable Applicable

Component ISHA – Harmful ISHA – Harmful Toxic Chemical Toxic Release Toxic Release
Substances Substances Classification Inventory (TRI) – Inventory (TRI) –
Prohibited for Requiring Listing (TCCL) – Group I Group II
Manufacturing, Permission Toxic Chemicals
Importing,
Transferring, or
Supplying
Bromochloro-
Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Yes Not Applicable
difluoromethane

European Risk and Safety phrases:

EU Classification: Xi - Irritant
R Phrases: 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
S Phrases: 23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray
36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.

U.S. Federal Regulatory Information:

SARA 313:
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) - This
product is subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 372.

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories:

Acute Health Hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard Yes
Fire Hazard No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard-* Yes
Reactive Hazard No
* - Only applicable if material is in a pressurized extinguisher.
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Clean Water/Clean Air Acts:
This product does not contain any substance regulated as a pollutant pursuant to the Clean Water
Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40 CFR 122.42). This product is regulated be the Clean Air Act, Section
112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs), Class 1 – Group II (see 40 CFR 61) and Section 112 of the
Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.

U.S. State Regulatory Information:

Chemicals in this product are covered under specific State regulations, as denoted below:

Alaska - Designated Toxic and Hazardous Substances: None

California – Permissible Exposure Limits for Chemical Contaminants: None
Florida – Substance List: None
Illinois – Toxic Substance List: None
Kansas – Section 302/303 List: None
Massachusetts – Substance List: None
Minnesota – List of Hazardous Substances: None
Missouri – Employer Information/Toxic Substance List: None
New Jersey – Right to Know Hazardous Substance List: None
New York - Listed
North Dakota – List of Hazardous Chemicals, Reportable Quantities: None
Pennsylvania – Hazardous Substance List: None
Rhode Island – Hazardous Substance List: None
Texas – Hazardous Substance List: None
West Virginia – Hazardous Substance List: None
Wisconsin – Toxic and Hazardous Substances: None

California Proposition 65: No component is listed on the California Proposition 65 list.

Section 16. OTHER INFORMATION

This SDS conforms to requirements under U.S., U.K., Canadian, Australian, and EU regulations or
standards, and conforms to the proposed 2003 ANSI Z400.1 format. No modifications of this SDS
are authorized by AMEREX Corporation. Questions or comments should be directed to AMEREX
Corporation (See Section 1).

Issuing Date 4-February-2019

Revision Date 7-March-2019; Revision C
Revision Notes None

The information herein is given in good faith but no warranty, expressed or implied, is made.
Updated by William F. Garvin, CIH.
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