Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7727-37-9
Name of the chemical
Nitrogen N2
Concentration
65-89
EC/CAS
75-07-0
Name of the chemical
Acetaldehyde
Concentration
1-9.99
General Information
Revision date
2016-01-08
Product name
Flammable Gas Mixture: Acetaldehyde / Dimethyl Ether / Nitrogen
supplier name
Airgas USA, LLC
Emergency telephone
1-866-734-3438
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Airgas USA, LLC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 1 GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas CARCINOGENICITY - Category 2 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May form explosive mixtures in Air. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May cause respiratory irritation. Suspected of causing cancer.
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. Approach suspected leak area with caution.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Wear protective clothing. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing gas.
Response
IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Storage
Store locked up. Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125°F. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
In addition to any other important health or physical hazards, this product may displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
