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Chloro difluoro methane

PAN created the term PAN Bad Actor for pesticides that are carcinogenic, reproductive or developmental toxicants, cholinesterase inhibitors, groundwater contaminants and/or have high acute toxicity. Read More

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Summary

Chemical name
Chloro difluoro methane
EPA PC code
000015
CAS number
75-45-6
CA DPR chem code
3104
Chemical class
Fluorinated organic
Molecular weight
86.5
Use type
Fumigant, Insecticide, Propellant
EPA Registered
No
PAN Bad Actor
PAN created the term PAN Bad Actor for pesticides that are carcinogenic, reproductive or developmental toxicants, cholinesterase inhibitors, groundwater contaminants and/or have high acute toxicity. Read more
Yes
Highly Hazardous Pesticide
PAN International maintains a list of Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs) that are classified by recognized authorities as highly hazardous to human health and/or the environment. Read more
Not Listed
Drift Prone (VP)
Not Listed

Toxicity of Chloro difluoro methane

Acute Toxicity
Acute toxicity refers to the immediate effects (0-7 days) of exposure to a pesticide. Highly acutely toxic pesticides can be lethal at very low doses. Read more
Insufficiently Studied
Endocrine Disruptor
Insufficiently Studied
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
No
CA Groundwater Contaminant
Insufficient data
Carcinogen
Yes
Bee Toxicant
EPA maintains a list of pesticides considered highly toxic to bees, and these pesticides are also included in the PAN HHP List. Read more
Not Listed
Reproductive and Developmental Toxicant
Some pesticides cause reproductive and developmental harm, which can include birth defects, infertility, sterility and impairment of normal growth and development. Read more
Insufficiently Studied

Other Names for Chloro difluoro methane

000015 [US EPA PC Code, Text ]
03104 (CA DPR Chem Code Text )
15 [US EPA PC Code, Numeric ]
3104 (CA DPR Chem Code) )
75-45-6 (CAS number)
75456
75456 (CAS number without hyphens)
800002 [US EPA PC Code, Numeric ]

Toxicity of Chloro difluoro methane

Acute Toxicity
Acute toxicity refers to the immediate effects (0-7 days) of exposure to a pesticide. Highly acutely toxic pesticides can be lethal at very low doses. Read more
Insufficiently Studied
Reproductive and Developmental Toxicant
Some pesticides cause reproductive and developmental harm, which can include birth defects, infertility, sterility and impairment of normal growth and development. Read more
Insufficiently Studied
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Some pesticides inhibit the enzyme cholinesterase, which is essential for transmission of nerve impulses. Read more
No
Endocrine Disruption
Many pesticides can interfere with proper functioning of estrogen, androgen and thyroid hormones in humans and animals. Read more
Insufficiently Studied
Carcinogen
Several organizations evaluate and rank chemicals for their cancer-causing potential. PAN's summary listing reflects the most toxic ranking assigned. Read more
Yes

Reproductive & Developmental Toxicity

California Prop 65 Developmental Toxicant
Not Listed
CA Prop 65 Male Reproductive Toxicant
Not Listed
U.S. TRI Developmental Toxicant
Not Listed
U.S. TRI Reproductive Toxicant
Not Listed
CA Prop 65 Female Reproductive Toxicant
Not Listed

Cancer Information

CA Prop 65 Known Carcinogens
Not Listed
TRI Carcinogen
Yes
IARC Carcinogens
Unclassifiable
Global Harmonized System
Not Listed
U.S. NTP Carcinogens
Not Listed
Mutagenic
Not Listed

Endocrine Disruption

EU ED Rating
Insufficiently Studied

Chloro difluoro methane POISONING: SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Summary signs & symptoms for chemical:
Summary signs & symptoms group:
Not Listed
Treatment:
Not Listed

Symptoms of Exposure from the International Chemical Safety Card:

Route of Exposure Symptoms First Aid
Inhalation Confusion. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness. Fresh air rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention.
Eyes Redness. Pain. First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible) then take to a doctor.
Ingestion No Data No Data
Notes for ICSC Information
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death. Check oxygen content before entering area. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface or during welding. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. Freon 22 Frigen 22 Halon 22 are trade names.

Environmental Toxicity

For in-depth information on Ecotoxicity by Chemical, Species, and Effect, we encourage users to visit EPA's ECOTOX site which is updated regularly. We provide detailed, step-by-step search guidance on our Ecotoxicity Resources page, so users can more easily access and use EPA's site.

Water Contamination Potential

CA Groundwater Contaminant
Insufficient data
Aerobic Soil Half-life (Avg, Days)
3.0
Adsorption Coefficient (Koc)
25.0
Anaerobic Soil Half-life (Avg, Days)
<10
Hydrolysis Half-life (Avg, Days)
191.0
Water solubility (mg/L)
2,000

U.S. National Drinking Water Standards

Lifetime Exposure Health Advisory Level (mg/L)
Not Listed
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (mg/L)
Not Listed
Reference Dose (g/kg/day)
Not Listed
One Day Exposure Health Advisory Level (mg/L)
Not Listed
U.S. Drinking Water Equivalent Level (mg/L)
Not Listed
Ten Day Exposure Health Advisory Level (mg/L)
Not Listed
Concentration With Lifetime Cancer Risk (mg/L At 10-4)
Not Listed

PRODUCTS CONTAINING Chloro difluoro methane

No products found using this chemical.

Usage Map

US Pesticide Usage Map for Chloro difluoro methane

Pesticide Usage Data

This map shows estimated agricultural usage of Chloro difluoro methane across the United States.

View USGS Data

Data source: U.S. Geological Survey National Water-Quality Assessment Project

PRIMARY USE IN CALIFORNIA

No Results Found!

Related Chemicals
PAN groups chemicals in our pesticide database based on their relationship to a parent compound. Read More

Chemical Name CAS Number Chem Use Type U.S. EPA Reg PAN Bad Actor
PAN created the term PAN Bad Actor for pesticides that are carcinogenic, reproductive or developmental toxicants, cholinesterase inhibitors, groundwater contaminants and/or have high acute toxicity. Read more
Dichlorofluoromethane 75-43-4 Propellant Not Listed Yes
Freon 11 75-69-4 Fumigant, Insecticide, Propellant Not Listed Yes
Freon 12 75-71-8 Fumigant, Insecticide, Propellant Not Listed Not Listed

International regulatory status

UNEP Persistent Organic Pollutant (POP)
A “POP” pesticide has been targeted for global phaseout under the Stockholm Convention for Persistent Organic Pollutants. Read more
Not Listed
UNEP Prior Informed Consent Chemical (PIC)
Not Listed
PAN International Ban List
PAN maintains a list of pesticides banned around the world, and the data are now available in an interactive map. Read more
No
EU Registered
No

Us regulatory status

U.S. EPA Registered
No
U.S. EPA Minimum Risk Pesticide (25b list)
No
U.S. EPA Hazardous Air Pollutant
Not Listed

California regulatory status

CA Registered
No
CA Toxic Air Contaminant
Not Listed
CA Groundwater Contaminant
Insufficient data

Allowable residue levels

Codex Alimentarius(UN FAO Maximum Residue Levels
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European Union Maximum Residue level
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U.S Maximum tolerance level
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