General Information
Version
3
Revision date
2025-12-03
Product name
Ethane
Chemical name
ethane
CAS No.
74-84-0
supplier name
Airgas USA, LLC
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Airgas USA, LLC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H220, H280
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H220
Extremely flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H220 - Extremely flammable gas. H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May cause frostbite. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May form explosive mixtures with air.
Precautionary statements
General Read and follow all Safety Data Sheets (SDS’S) before use. Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Close valve after each use and when empty. Use equipment rated for cylinder pressure. Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use. Use a back flow preventative device in the piping. Use only equipment of compatible materials of construction. Always keep container in upright position. Approach suspected leak area with caution.
Prevention
P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
Response
P377 - Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 - In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.
Storage
P410 + P403 - Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
Not applicable.
2.3 Other hazards
Liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite. Hazards identified when used : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Liquefied gas
