Ethylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H280, H336

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

According to Hazardous Products Regulations

Physical hazards

Flammable gas Gases under pressure Simple asphyxiant Category 1A Liquefied gas Category 1

Health hazards

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3 Single Exposure

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid breathing gas. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTRE if you feel unwell. Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Protect from sunlight.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contact with liquefied gas may cause irritation and/or frostbite.