Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7440-37-1
Name of the chemical
Argon Ar
Concentration
90-99
General Information
Revision date
2015-05-05
Product name
Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Argon 90-99% / Desflurane 1-9.99%
supplier name
Airgas USA, LLC
Emergency telephone
1-866-734-3438
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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
GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1A SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) - Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Causes skin irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause drowsiness and dizziness.
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.
Prevention
Wear protective gloves. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing gas. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention.
Storage
Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. 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.
