Toxic Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Nitric Oxide / Nitrogen / Nitrogen Dioxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas ACUTE TOXICITY (inhalation) - Category 3 SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE - Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Toxic if inhaled. Causes serious eye damage. Causes skin irritation. Symptoms may be delayed.

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

Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. Avoid breathing gas. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician.

Storage

Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. 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

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