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Chlorodifluorobromomethane or Refrigerant gas R 12B1
HMT 15 June 2026- UN / ID
- UN 1974
- Hazard class
- 2.2
- Packing group
- —
- ERG guide
- ERG 126
- Special provisions
- SP T50
- Source
- 49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)
Chlorodifluorobromomethane or Refrigerant gas R 12B1
Bromochlorodifluoromethane (BCF), also referred to by the code numbers Halon 1211 and Freon 12B1, is a haloalkane with the chemical formula CF2ClBr. It is used for fire suppression, especially for expensive equipment or items that could be damaged by the residue from other types of extinguishers. It is stored as a liquid under pressure and vaporizes when discharged to suppress fires. The use of halons, including Halon 1211, has decreased over time due to their adverse impact on the ozone layer Wikipedia
Substance Data
Source: PubChem (HSDB, 21.10.2026)CAS-Number353-59-3 |
Flash Point— | Boiling Point-3.7 ° C |
| Emergency Response Guide No. 126 |
Hazardous Materials Table
Source: 49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)(3) Hazard class2.2Non-toxic, non-flammable gases |
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(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)
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(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***) 
| (8A) Exceptions | 306 | see 49 CFR §173.306 |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | 304 | see 49 CFR §173.304 |
| (8C) Bulk | 314, 315 | see 49 CFR §173.314, 315 |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | 75 kg |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | 150 kg |
(10) Vessel stowage 
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| (10B) Other | — |
Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage
This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.
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| Must not be loaded, transported, or stored together in the same vehicle or facility. | |
| May be loaded, transported, or stored together. | |
| May be loaded, transported, or stored together only with restrictions. |