ACETYLENE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Flammable gases Category 1 Gases under pressure Dissolved gas Simple asphyxiants Yes / Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable gas May react explosively even in the absence of air at elevated pressure and/or temperature May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated May form explosive mixtures with air

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. — No smoking Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place Use a backflow preventive device in piping Fusible plugs in top, bottom, or valve melt at 98 °C to 107 °C (208° F to 224° F). Do not discharge at pressures above 15 psi (103 kPa) Close valve after each use and when empty Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use Never put cylinders into unventilated areas of passenger vehicles

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical attention/advice. Leaking gas fire: do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. In case of fire, do not use water. Use AFFF alcohol compatible foam to extinguish. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with container supplier/owner instructions

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable