Ethane

Hazard statements

Flammable Gases – Extremely flammable gas. Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Single Exposure – Category 3 No Simple Asphyxiant May displace oxygen and cause rapid Gases Under Pressure – Contains gas under pressure; may explode Liquefied Gas if heated.

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suffocation. If ethane is shipped as a liquefied compressed gas, the following additional hazards exist:

2.3 Other hazards

May cause frostbite upon sudden release of liquefied gas.

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Danger

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources – No smoking. • Avoid breathing gas. • Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. • In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources. • If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. • Call a doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. • Keep container tightly closed. • Store locked up. • Protect from sunlight (for gases under pressure/ liquefied compressed gas).

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with applicable local, provincial/state, and federal regulations.