1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoroethane (CED0017413)

1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoroethane belongs to the organofluorides, a class of organohalogen compounds within the organic compounds. This compound has the chemical formula C2HF5 and an average molecular weight of 120.02 g/mol. Industrially, it is utilized as a fire extinguishing agent. The compound is released from 39 recorded sources across several sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is found in cell phones, capacitors, batteries, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and 17 additional sources. In the realm of household cleaning and consumer products, it is associated with soap dispensers, soap detergents, perfumes within detergents and soaps, cigar cigarettes, and tobacco smoke filters. Its presence in food, food processing and cookware includes food preservation, food packaging, and fermentation processes for beer. Additionally, it is found in building and construction materials such as roofs, ceilings, and tents or canopies, as well as in synthetic textiles and carpets and rugs. In the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector, it is found in medical devices, along with three other sectors. Recorded exposure routes for 1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoroethane include oral, touch, and inhalation.