Eversafe Foam Cartridge Operated Type Portable Fire Extinguisher

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Extinguishing Media Not classified as hazardous under CHIP. Propellant Compressed gas. High concentration may cause asphyxia. Emergency Overview - Caobon dioxide is colorless. At low concentrations, the gas is odorless. At higher concentrations it has a sharp, acidic odor. It will act as an asphyxiant and an irritant. Carbon Dioxide is a powerful cerebral dilator. At concentrations between 2 and 10%, Carbon Dioxide can cause nausea dizziness, headache, mental confusion, increased blood pressure and respiratory rate. Above 8% nausea and vomiting appear. Above 10%, suffocation and death can occur within minutes. Contact with the cold gas can cause freezing of exposed tissues. Moisture in the air can lead to formation of carbonic acid that can irritate the eyes. All forms of Carbon Dioxide are noncombustible. Carbon Dioxide is heavier than air a should not be allowed to accumulate in low lying areas. Inhalation - May cause Rapid Respiration, Muscular Incoordination, Fatigue, Nausea and Vomiting and Unconsciousness. Ingestion - No Information found Skin - Pressure drop Through Valves and Piping may cause Extreme Cold and Frostbite on Contact. No Eye Contact - No Information found