Nitrogen

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Flammable Gases: Gas Under Pressure Category 1 Compressed gas

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated OSHA-H01 - May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation

Precautionary statements

P280 - Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, eye protection, face protection. P308+P313 - If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. CGA-PG14 - Approach suspected leak area with caution CGA-PG21 - Open valve slowly

Response

P308+P313 - If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P304+P340 - If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

Storage

Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125 °F. Store in a well- ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations

Additional information

Use a back flow preventative device in the piping. Do not open the valve until connected to equipment prepared for use. Close valve after each use and when empty. In addition to any other important health or physical hazards, this product may displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Hazard Rating System Flammability 0 Instability 1 0 Health NFPA Special Hazard