General Information
Version
6.5
Revision date
2025-08-25
Product name
Ethane
CAS No.
74-84-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich 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
2.3 Other hazards
May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H220 Extremely flammable gas. H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking.
Response
P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Storage
P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well- ventilated place.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Flammable gases : Category 1 Gases under pressure : Liquefied gas Simple Asphyxiant Other hazards May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
