Regulations on Chlorine-Containing Solvents

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Table 3

Regulation

Trans-1,2-

dichloroethylene

Trichloroethylene Perchloroethylene Methylene

Chloride

VOC Designation

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Reportable Quantity for Accidental Release 1000lbs. (2240 lbs. in Novec 71IPA)

100 lbs.

100 lbs.

1000 lbs.

Regulated if Emitted into Water

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Hazardous Air Pollutant

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Annual Reporting (EPCRA 313) (SARA)

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

OSHA List of toxins/carcinogens

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Environmental Policy

3M will continue to recognize and exercise its responsibility to prevent pollution at the source wherever and

whenever possible; develop products that will have a minimal effect on the environment; conserve natural

resources through the use of reclamation and other appropriate methods; assure that its facilities and products

meet and sustain the regulations of all federal, state and local environmental agencies; assist, wherever possible,

governmental agencies and other official organizations engaged in environmental activities.

Safety and Handling

Before using this product, please read the current product Material Data Safety Sheet (available through your

3M sales or technical service representative) and the precautionary statement on the product package. Follow all

applicable precautions and directions.

Novec 71IPA fluid is characterized as having no closed cup flash point, or open cup flash point and no sustained

burning per ASTM D4206-86 (<1 second) and is safe to use under normal operating conditions. The product

has flame limits of 4.0% to 16.7% (by volume), similar to materials such as HCFC-141b and 1,1,1-TCA which

have been used safely in this application for many years.

This fluid is highly resistant to thermal breakdown and hydrolysis in storage and during use. A flammable

mixture can form during co-solvent boil down in a vapor degreaser. Products of thermal decomposition may

cause irritation. Recovery of Novec 71IPA fluid from a co-solvent cleaning process by boil down should only

be conducted in equipment designed and approved for handling flammable mixtures. Use of a desiccant is

recommended in the water separator. Detailed handling procedures are provided in the Material Safety Data

Sheet. Consult your 3M representative for additional information on the proper recovery and disposal of Novec

71IPA fluid.

Data compiled

from published

information.

Not for specification

purposes.