Liquid Carbon Dioxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from the contaminated area is most important. Unconscious persons should be removed to an Main Hazards uncontaminated area, and given mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and Excessive exposure to heat could cause the internal pressure to supplemental oxygen. increase significantly, with the consequent violent rupturing of the Eye Contact vessel. The spillage of liquid carbon dioxide results in sublimation of the The spillage of liquid carbon dioxide results in sublimation of the product, with the immediate formation of solid carbon dioxide at a temperature of approximately -78°C. temperature of approximately -78°C. Should this come into contact with Adverse Health Effects EYES or SKIN serious “cold” burns could occur. Never induce oil or Carbon dioxide acts as a stimulant and a depressant on the central ointment into the eyes without medical advice. Do not wash the eyes nervous system. Increases in heart rate and blood pressure have been with hot or even tepid water. Remove victim from source of noted at a concentration of 7.6 percentage & dyspnea (laboured contamination. Open eyelids to allow solid to evaporate. If pain is breathing), headache, dizziness and sweating occur if exposure at that persistent, refer patient to ophthalmologist for treatment. level is prolonged. 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Chemical Hazards Carbon dioxide is relatively non-reactive and non-toxic. It will not burn or