ACETYLENE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA HCS Classification

Flammable Gases - Category 1 Gases Under Pressure - Dissolved gas Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 3 ( central nervous system. )

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

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Explosive with or without contact with air. The rapid release of compressed gas may cause frostbite. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.