Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-21-8
Name of the chemical
Ethylene oxide
Concentration
100%
General Information
Version
1.02
Revision date
2023-03-06
Product name
3M Steri-Gas Sterilisation Cartridges
CAS No.
75-21-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Gas to sterilize in a 3M Steri-Vac(TM) Ethylene Oxide Sterilizer
supplier name
3M India Limited
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
3M India Limited
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
productehs.in@mmm.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H220, H280, H301+H331, H314, H335, H336, H340, H350, H360, H370, H372, H373, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H220
Extremely flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Under MSIHC Rules, information is noted below on flammability, acute toxicity and explosivity relevant to this product. In line with international standards, information on other hazard classes and associated precautionary statements relevant to this product are included as well.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Gas: Category 1A. Gas under pressure: Liquefied gas. Acute Toxicity (oral): Category 3. Acute Toxicity (inhalation): Category 3. Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1C. Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 1. Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Category 1B. Carcinogenicity: Category 1A. Reproductive Toxicity: Category 1B. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 1. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure): Category 1. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 3. Acute Aquatic Toxicity: Category 3.
Hazard pictograms
Flame | Gas cylinder | Corrosion | Skull and crossbones |Health Hazard |
Hazard statements
H220 Extremely flammable gas. H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H301 + H331 Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H340 May cause genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H370 Causes damage to organs: respiratory system. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: nervous system. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: kidney/urinary tract | sensory organs. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280D Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face protection.
Response
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
2.3 Other hazards
May cause frostbite. - May cause chemical gastrointestinal burns.