NOVEL USES OF HEPTAFLUOROPROPANE.

摘要

A method for storing atmosphere sensitive product includes providing an atmosphere surrounding the product which contains at least about 5 percent heptafluoropropane, preferably at least about 20 percent heptafluoropropane. The stored products include food, pharmaceutical and chemical products, and mechanical and electrical equipment. In a particular aspect, the method includes storing the product in a closed container and providing in the headspace of the container an atmosphere containing heptafluoropropane.