General Information
Revision date
2017-03-08
Product name
Methane
Product Synonyms
FIRE DAMP; MARSH GAS; METHYL HYDRIDE; NATURAL GAS; R50
Chemical name
Hydrocarbons, Gas
CAS No.
74-82-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial and Specialty Gas Applications
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H220, H280
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H220
Extremely flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
Prevention
Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and hot surfaces - No smoking.
Response
Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Protect from sunlight.
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.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Gases - Category 1 Gases Under Pressure - Compressed gas
