Oxidizing Gas Mixture: Desflurane / Nitrous Oxide / Oxygen

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OXIDIZING GASES - Category 1 GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2 RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 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. Causes skin irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause drowsiness or 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

Wear protective gloves. Wear respiratory protection. 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. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

In case of fire Stop leak if safe to do so. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

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

2.3 Other hazards

None known.