Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309093074
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (9 download)
Book Synopsis Iodotrifluoromethane by : National Research Council
Download or read book Iodotrifluoromethane written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2004-12-23 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The U.S. military is considering using a compound called iodotrifluoromethane (CF3I) for fire suppression to replace previously-used compounds (halons) that are being phased out because they deplete the ozone layer. This report reviews available toxicological data on CF3I and evaluates the scientific basis of the U.S. Army's proposed exposure limit of 2,000 parts per million (ppm). The report recommends that CF3I be used for fire suppression in normally unoccupied spaces because of its potential to cause cardiac sensitization in test animals. The report also recommends that further genotoxicity testing be conducted (testing for changes in genetic material), and that CF3I be assessed for its potential to cause cancer. Should the Army decide to use CF3I, information should be collected and evaluated on how much of the chemical or any of its degradation products might be released and how often.