3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-40

Storage and shelf life

the original packaging materials and stored at 21°C (70°F) and 50% relative humidity.

Toxicity profile

Not for specification purposes.

3M Fluorinert liquid FC-40 is virtually non-irritating to the eyes and skin. The product also demonstrates very low

toxicity and was not mutagenic in the Ames assay. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is available from www.3m.com/SDS.

Safety and handling

Before using this product, please thoroughly read the current product SDS and label, following all applicable safety

precautions described therein (e.g., recommended storage and safe handling, appropriate exposure controls and

personal protective equipment (PPE), addressing accidental spills, disposal considerations, etc.). 3M™ Fluorinert™

Electronic Liquid FC-40 is nonflammable and is resistant to thermal breakdown and hydrolysis during typical use and

storage.

Environmental properties

3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-40 has zero ozone depletion potential. Additionally, this product has negligible

photochemical reactivity and therefore it does not appreciably contribute to ground-level smog formation. As such, it is

not defined or regulated by the U.S. EPA as a volatile organic compound (VOC).

As a perfluorocarbon (PFC), this product has a high global warming potential and a long atmospheric lifetime. As such,

its use should be carefully managed to minimize emissions.

3M recommends that users of Fluorinert liquid FC-40 further limit emissions by employing good conservation

practices, and by implementing recovery, recycling and/or proper disposal procedures. In general, 3M recommends

that Fluorinert-branded liquids be disposed of by incineration at a permitted industrial waste facility capable of handling

halogenated materials, in accordance with all applicable local, regional, national, and/or international regulations. See

product SDS for further details. 3M also offers a Used Fluid Disposal Program.

Recycle and disposal options

Used Fluid Disposal Program

As part of 3M’s commitment to product stewardship and customer service, we offer the 3M Used Fluid Disposal

Program for free pickup of used 3M fluids in the U.S. This program is provided through Clean Harbors Environmental

Services. Working with Clean Harbors will ensure that your used 3M fluids will be managed properly and responsibly.

A minimum of 30 gallons of used 3M fluid is required for participation in this free program. Amounts of less than

30 gallons will be at your own expense and will be determined based upon quantity and approved profile of waste.

For additional information on the 3M Used Fluid Disposal Program, send an email to 3Musedfluid@cleanharbors.com.

Resources

For more information on 3M Fluorinert products or to contact a 3M representative, visit 3M.com/electronics.