General Information
Revision date
2015-05-19
Product name
CARBON DIOXIDE
Product Synonyms
LASER Carbon Dioxide, LASER Carbon Dioxide Ultra, Carbonic Anhydride, Carbonic Acid Gas, Carbon Dioxide USP
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Company Information
company name
Indiana Oxygen
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Gases under pressure Liquefied gas Simple asphyxiants Yes
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation May cause frostbite May increase respiration and heart rate
Prevention
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Avoid breathing gas Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place Use a backflow preventive device in piping Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure Close valve after each use and when empty
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical attention/advice. IF ON SKIN:. Get immediate medical advice/attention. Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area.
Storage
Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125°F
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable