General Information
Version
2.11
Revision date
2020-04-18
Product name
HYDROGEN SULFIDE
Product Synonyms
Dihydrogen Sulfide; Sulfur Hydride; Hydrogen Sulphide
CAS No.
7783-06-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial and professional use
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Consumer use
Emergency telephone
+1 800-645-4633, 1-800-424-9300, +1-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Linde Gas North America LLC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H220, H280, H330, H335, H400
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H220
Extremely flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Fatal if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation Very toxic to aquatic life Extremely flammable gas Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated May form explosive mixtures with air Symptoms may be delayed Extended exposure to gas reduces the ability to smell sulfides
Prevention
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. — No smoking Do not breathe gas. Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place Avoid release to the environment Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, respiratory protection, and/or face protection Use a backflow preventive device in piping Use only with equipment of compatible materials of construction and rated for cylinder pressure Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use Close valve after each use and when empty When returning cylinder, install leak tight valve outlet cap or plug Do not depend on odor to detect presence of gas
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Leaking gas fire: do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so
Storage
Store locked up Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125°F
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with container supplier/owner instructions
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
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). Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable gases Category 1 Gases under pressure Liquefied gas
