Nitrous Oxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H270, H280, H336

Code

Statements

H270

May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H270 - May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause frostbite. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.

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. Open valve slowly. Use only with equipment cleaned for Oxygen service. Always keep container in upright position.

Prevention

P220 - Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P244 - Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease. P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P261 - Avoid breathing gas.

Response

P370 + P376 - In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so. P304 + P340, P312 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage

P405 - Store locked up. P410 + P403 - Protect from sunlight. P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

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 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) -