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General Information
Revision date
2010-03-05
Product name
ACETYLENE
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Compressed gas Synonyms Ethyne; Acetylen; Ethine
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300 for US/ 703-527-3887 outside US
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Linde Gas Puerto Rico, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
DANGER! Emergency Overview Unstable. Sensitive to heat or shock. May become explosive. Flammable gas Simple asphyxiant May cause skin and eye irritation May cause central nervous system depression Contents under pressure Keep at temperatures below 52°C / 125°F Appearance Colorless Physical State Compressed gas. Odor Slight garlic OSHA Regulatory Status This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation. Eye contact. Skin contact. Acute Toxicity Inhalation Simple asphyxiant. May cause suffocation by displacing the oxygen in the air. Exposure to oxygen- deficient atmosphere (<19.5%) may cause dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, excess salivation, diminished mental alertness, loss of unconsciousness and death. Exposure to atmospheres containing 8-10% or less oxygen will bring about unconsciousness without warning and so quickly that the individuals cannot help or protect themselves. Lack of sufficient oxygen may cause serious injury or death. May cause central nervous system depression with nausea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and incoordination. Eyes May cause slight irritation. Skin May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis. Skin Absorption Hazard No known hazard in contact with skin. Ingestion Not an expected route of exposure.
Potential chronic health
None known.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Central nervous system. Respiratory disorders. Skin disorders.
Environmental hazards
See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
