ETHYLENE, BULK REFRIGERATED

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H281, H336

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable Gases: Category 1A Gases Under Pressure: Refrigerated liquefied gas Health Hazards Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Category 3 (Narcotic Effects)

Environmental hazards

Not classified as an Environmental Hazard

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H220 Extremely flammable gas. H281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P282 Wear cold insulating gloves and either face shield or eye protection.

Response

P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P336 + P315 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area. Get immediate medical advice/attention. P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.

Other hazards

Asphyxiant. Effects are proportional to oxygen displacement

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO SAFE WORK AUSTRALIA CRITERIA Physical Hazards Flammable Gases: Category 1A Gases Under Pressure: Refrigerated liquefied gas Health Hazards Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Category 3 (Narcotic Effects) Environmental Hazards Not classified as an Environmental Hazard