NITROGEN TRIFLUORIDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H270, H280, H332

Code

Statements

H270

May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser

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

May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Harmful if inhaled May cause damage to kidney, liver, spleen, and central nervous system Asphyxiating even with adequate oxygen

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep and store away from clothing and other combustible materials Keep valves and fittings free from grease and oil Do not breathe gas. Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place Use a backflow preventive device in piping Use only equipment of compatible materials of construction and rated for cylinder pressure Use only with equipment cleaned for oxygen service Open valve slowly Close valve after each use and when empty

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so

Storage

Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125°F

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 4 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Oxidizing gases Category 1 Gases under pressure Compressed gas