Methane, Compressed

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H280

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

Classifications

FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 1 : GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas SIMPLE ASPHYXIANTS - YES

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H220 - EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE GAS : H280 - CONTAINS GAS UNDER PRESSURE; MAY EXPLODE IF HEATED : OSHA-H01 - MAY DISPLACE OXYGEN AND CAUSE RAPID SUFFOCATION. : CGA-HG04 - MAY FORM EXPLOSIVE MIXTURES WITH AIR EN (English US) : OSHA-H01 - MAY DISPLACE OXYGEN AND CAUSE RAPID SUFFOCATION.

Precautionary statements

General] : Read and follow all Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) before use. Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have a product container or label at hand. Use equipment rated for cylinder pressure.

Prevention

P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood : P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking. : P271+P403- Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area : CGA-PG05 - Use a back flow preventive device in the piping. : CGA-PG10 - Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure. : CGA-PG12 - Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use. : CGA-PG06 - Close valve after each use and when empty. : CGA-PG27 - Read and follow the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use.

Response

P377 - Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. : P381 - Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. : P304+P340+P313 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

CGA-PG02 - Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C (125°F)

Disposal

Dispose of content and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No additional information available 2.4. Unknown acute toxicity No data available