Toxic Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Nitrogen / Nitrogen Dioxide / Oxygen

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

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

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

Prevention

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

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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

None known.