Carbon Dioxide, Solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard pictograms

None needed according to classification criteria.

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.

Prevention

None needed according to classification criteria.

Response

None needed according to classification criteria.

Storage

None needed according to classification criteria.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

May cause asphyxia. May cause frostbite.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Simple Asphyxiant GHS Label Elements Symbol(s) None needed according to classification criteria. Signal Word Warning Hazard Statement(s) May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Precautionary Statement(s) Prevention None needed according to classification criteria. Response None needed according to classification criteria. Storage None needed according to classification criteria. Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Other Hazards May cause asphyxia. May cause frostbite. Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS CAS Component Name Percent 124-38-9 Carbon dioxide, solid 100 Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES Inhalation Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. If breathing has stopped, start artificial respiration at once. Get medical attention. Skin If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of lukewarm water (105-115°F; 41-46°C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get immediate medical attention. Eyes Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical attention. Ingestion If swallowed, get medical attention. Most Important Symptoms/Effects Acute May cause cryogenic burns, suffocation, frostbite Delayed no information on significant adverse effects. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed For inhalation, consider oxygen. Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media Suitable Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media None known. Special Hazards Arising from the Chemical Negligible fire hazard. Hazardous Combustion Products Oxides of carbon Fire Fighting Measures Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire. Evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile). Avoid inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas. Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters Wear full protective fire fighting gear including self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for protection against possible exposure. Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures Wear personal protective clothing and equipment, see Section 8. Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Collect spilled material in appropriate container for disposal. Environmental Precautions Avoid release to the environment. Avoid release to the environment. Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for Safe Handling Avoid breathing dust, mist, fumes or vapors. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including any Incompatibilities None needed according to classification criteria. Store in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Keep locked up. Keep away from incompatible materials. Incompatible Materials combustible materials, oxidizing materials, metal salts, reducing agents, metal carbide, metals, bases Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Component Exposure Limits Carbon dioxide, solid 124-38-9 ACGIH: 5000 ppm TWA 30000 ppm STEL NIOSH: 5000 ppm TWA ; 9000 mg/m3 TWA 30000 ppm STEL ; 54000 mg/m3 STEL 40000 ppm IDLH Europe: 5000 ppm TWA ; 9000 mg/m3 TWA OSHA (US): 5000 ppm TWA ; 9000 mg/m3 TWA Mexico: 5000 ppm TWA VLE-PPT ; 9000 mg/m3 TWA VLE-PPT 15000 ppm STEL [PPT-CT ]; 27000 mg/m3 STEL [PPT-CT ] ACGIH - Threshold Limit Values - Biological Exposure Indices (BEI) There are no biological limit values for any of this product's components. Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation system. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits. Individual Protection Measures, such as Personal Protective Equipment Eye/face protection Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a faceshield. Contact lenses should not be worn. Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area. Skin Protection Wear appropriate protective, cold insulating clothing. Respiratory Protection The following respirators and maximum use concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or OSHA. 40,000 ppm. Any supplied-air respirator. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece. Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions -. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained breathing apparatus operated in pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Escape -. Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus. Glove Recommendations Wear insulated gloves. Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance white flakes Physical State solid