Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Carbon Dioxide / Nitric Oxide / Nitrogen / Sulfur Dioxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280, H319

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H319 - Causes serious eye irritation. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May increase respiration and heart rate.

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

P280 - Wear eye or face protection. P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.

Storage

P410 + P403 - Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

Not applicable.

2.3 Other hazards

In addition to any other important health or physical hazards, this product may displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.