molecular fluorine

CAS7782-41-4

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Identification

CAS Number: 7782-41-4
EC Number: 231-954-8
UN Number: 1045
Index Number: 009-001-00-0
PubChem CID: 24524

Physical-chemical properties

Molecular Formula: F2
Molar Mass: 38.00 g/mol
IUPAC Name: molecular fluorine

Chemical Identifiers

InChI: InChI=1S/F2/c1-2
InChI Key: PXGOKWXKJXAPGV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Overview

molecular fluorine (CAS: 7782-41-4) is a chemical compound widely used in industry. The molecular formula is F2. The molar mass is 38.00 g/mol.

Safety & Classification

Danger

Classification:

Ox. Gas 1; Press. Gas; Acute Tox. 2 *; Skin Corr. 1A

GHS Pictograms

Flame Over Circle

GHS03

Oxidizing. May cause or intensify fire.

Gas Cylinder

GHS04

Gases under pressure. May explode if heated.

Skull and Crossbones

GHS06

Acute toxicity. Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled.

Corrosion

GHS05

Corrosive. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

HHazard Statements (H-Statements)

Describe the nature and severity of the hazard

H270

May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser.

H330

Fatal if inhaled.

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Classification according to CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The complete list of hazard and precautionary statements can be found in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

First Aid Measures

Inhalation

Fatal

Measures if vapours or dust are inhaled

First Aid Actions

+P304IF INHALED:
+P340Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
+P311Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

Related hazard statements:

H330

Skin Contact

Harmful

Measures if substance contacts the skin

First Aid Actions

+P302IF ON SKIN:
+P352Wash with plenty of water.
+P361Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
+P313Get medical advice/attention.

Related hazard statements:

H314

Eye Contact

Harmful

Measures if substance gets into the eyes

First Aid Actions

+P305IF IN EYES:
+P351Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
+P338Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
+P313Get medical advice/attention.

Related hazard statements:

H314

General Measures

Emergency 112 | Poison Control: +49 30 19240 (DE), +33 1 45 42 59 59 (FR), +31 30 274 88 88 (NL)

First aid measures are based on CLP classification and associated P-statements. They do not replace the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). In case of emergency, always consult the full SDS and a physician.

Transport (ADR)

UN Number	1045
ADR Class	2
Packing Group
Tunnel Code	D
Proper Shipping Name	Fluor, verdichtet
Marine Pollutant	No

Frequently Asked Questions

What is molecular fluorine?

molecular fluorine (CAS 7782-41-4) is a chemical substance with the formula F2 used in various industrial applications.

What are the properties of molecular fluorine?

molecular fluorine has a molar mass of 38.00 g/mol. It is classified as Ox. Gas 1; Press. Gas; Acute Tox. 2 *; Skin Corr. 1A. See the technical data above for more details.

How to store molecular fluorine safely?

molecular fluorine should be stored according to the Safety Data Sheet instructions. Follow the GHS labeling and keep the substance in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Is molecular fluorine dangerous?

molecular fluorine carries the signal word "Danger". 4 GHS pictograms apply. Always follow the safety instructions in the data sheet.

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