Oxidizing Gas Mixture: Carbon Dioxide / Nitrogen / Nitrous Oxide / Oxygen / Sulfur

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OXIDIZING GASES - Category 1 GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) - Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. 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. Open valve slowly. Use only with equipment cleaned for Oxygen service.

Prevention

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

Response

Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from sunlight.

Disposal

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

2.3 Other hazards

None known.