General Information
Product name
Hydrogen
Chemical name
Hydrogen
CAS No.
1333-74-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Hydrogen is often used as fuel because of its high calorific value
Manufacturer Name
Guajrat Alkalies and Chemicals Ltd
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Company Information
company name
Guajrat Alkalies and Chemicals Ltd
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
CAS No.…………………… 1333– 74 – 0 UN No...…………………… 1049 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Hydrogen gas is colorless, odorless and flammable. It forms flammable and explosive mixtures with air over a wide range of concentrations. The chief physical hazard associated with releases of the gas is asphyxiation by displacement of air and hence, oxygen. Hydrogen presents a serious fire hazard when accidentally released. Emergency personnel must practice extreme caution when approaching hydrogen releases hydrogen burns with an almost invisible blue flame which can cause very localized heating and explosion or rupture of pressure vessels. It is non-toxic. The primary health hazard is asphyxiation by displacement of oxygen.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, skin and eye contact SYMTOPS OF EXPOSURE: Inhalation : Asphyxiant Eye Contact : No adverse effects expected Skin Contact : No adverse effects expected Ingestion : Not a likely route of exposure
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Asphyxiation if in high concentrations. REPORTED AS CARCINOGEN OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN: Not applicable
