Oxidizing Gas Mixture: Desflurane / Nitrogen / Nitrous Oxide / Oxygen

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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

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Danger

Hazard statements

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

Prevention

In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Keep away from clothing, incompatible materials and combustible materials. Keep reduction valves free from grease and oil. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing gas. Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place.

Response

In case of fire Stop leak if safe to do so. 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.

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

None known.