Hexafluoroacetone
Synonyms & Trade Names
Hexafluoro-2-propanone, 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-propanone, HFA, PerfluoroacetonePhysical Description
Colorless gas with a musty odor. [Note: Shipped as a liquefied compressed gas.]Molecular Weight
166.0Boiling Point
-18°FFreezing Point
-188°FSolubility
ReactsVapor Pressure
5.8 atmIonization Potential
11.81 eVFlash Point
NAUpper Exposive Limit
NALower Explosive Limit
NARelative Gas Density
5.76
Nonflammable Gas, but highly reactive with water & other substances, releasing heat.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Water, acids [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air); reacts with moisture to form a highly acidic sesquihydrate.]Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane, respiratory system; pulmonary edema; liquid: frostbite; In Animals: teratogenic, reproductive effects; kidney injuryTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, kidneys, reproductive systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact/Frostbite
Eyes:Prevent eye contact/Frostbite
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:No recommendation
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Frostbite wash
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division