Argon

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification (GHS-US) Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (GHS-US) Compressed gas H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Full text of H-phrases: see section 16

2.2 Label elements

GHS-US labeling

Hazard pictograms

GHS04

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated OSHA-H01 - May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation

Precautionary statements

P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection P304+P340 - If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P308+P313 - If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations CGA-PG02 - Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C (125°F) CGA-PG05 - Use a back flow preventive device in the piping CGA-PG06 - Close valve after each use and when empty CGA-PG10 - Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure CGA-PG14 - Approach suspected leak area with caution CGA-PG21 - Open valve slowly

2.3 Other hazards

No additional information available

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

Not applicable

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (GHS-US) Compressed gas H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Full text of H-phrases: see section 16