Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Benzene / Carbonyl Sulfide / Nitrogen

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280, H340, H350

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

H340

May cause genetic defects

H350

May cause cancer

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May cause genetic defects. May cause 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. Do not depend on odor to detect presence of gas.

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.

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention.

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.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GERM CELL MUTAGENICITY - Category 1B CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1