silane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 1 GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas PYROPHORIC GASES - Category 1 ACUTE TOXICITY (inhalation) - Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable gas. May form explosive mixtures with air. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Harmful if inhaled.

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. Approach suspected leak area with caution.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing gas.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages. Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.

Storage

Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. Store contents under an inert atmosphere.

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.