2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane

Description

2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane · CAS 306-83-2 · C2HCl2F3. UNII 6S7C791U3V. Boiling Point: 27.82 °C; Boiling Point: 28 °C; Boiling Point: 27.82 °C @760 [mm Hg].

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane is a colorless nonflammable gas. Nearly odorless.
• Dichlorotrifluoroethane is a colorless nonflammable gas. Nearly odorless.
• Liquid; CBI; Gas Vapor
• Colorless gas; [CAMEO]
• Colorless liquid; [ICSC]
• COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• HCFCs: Used as refrigerants, blowing agents, cleaning agents, and fire extinguishing agents (CFC alternatives); [HSDB]
• Used as a refrigerant in air conditioners, a fire extinguisher, a foam blowing agent, and a metal cleaner; [HSDB] Developed as a chlorofluorocarbon replacement; [AIHA]
• Metal Degreasing [Category: Clean]
• Refrigerant in low pressure chillers for air conditioning systems; in portable fire extinguishers for the fire protection industry; heat transfer agent; solvents. Refrigerant to replace CFC11 in commercial chillers and air conditioning units.
• Air conditioning, fire fighting (potential application)
• Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable

Synonyms

2,2-DICHLORO-1,1,1-TRIFLUOROETHANE; 306-83-2; 1,1-Dichloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethane; Freon 123; HCFC-123; Solkane 123; CFC-123; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2,2-dichloroethane; Ethane, 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoro-; Freon-123; Hcfc 123; Khladon 123; Refrigerant R 123; Chlorofluorocarbon 123; Dichloro(trifluoromethyl)methane; HFA 123

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane?

CAS 306-83-2; molecular formula C2HCl2F3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane known by?

2,2-DICHLORO-1,1,1-TRIFLUOROETHANE, 306-83-2, 1,1-Dichloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethane, Freon 123, HCFC-123, Solkane 123.

Is 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane classified as hazardous?

2.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (3 of 144).

What are the key physical properties of 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane?

Boiling Point: 27.82 °C; Boiling Point: 28 °C; Boiling Point: 27.82 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: -107 °C.

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