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EC/CAS
74-85-1
Name of the chemical
Ethen; Ethylen
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2017-03-20
Product name
Ethylene
Product Synonyms
Acetene; Ethene; Ethylene, compressed gas; Olefiant gas; Bicarburetted hydrogen
Chemical name
Hydrocarbons aliphatic
CAS No.
74-85-1
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Company Information
company name
MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200. Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces - No smoking. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Response
Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.
Storage
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
Rapid release of compressed gas may cause frostbite.
