Propane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA EMERGENCY OVERVIEW DANGER! Extremely flammable. Compressed gas. At very high concentrations, can displace the normal air and cause suffocation from lack of oxygen. Liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite. Caution: Ethyl mercaptan used as a warning agent may not be entirely effective in all situations. (see section 10) Use combustible gas indicator or similar device if you suspect a leak.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, Dermal Acute Effects of Overexposure: Eyes — Liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite. Skin — Liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite. Inhalation — At very high concentrations can displace the normal air and cause suffocation from lack of oxygen. Symptoms of lack of oxygen include increase depth and frequency of breathing, dizziness, headache, nausea or loss of consciousness. Ingestion — Liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite.

Potential chronic health

of Overexposure None determined Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: People with pre-existing chronic respiratory diseases should avoid exposure to this material Carcinogenicity: NTP:_No YARC:_No