Methane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H280, H402

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

Classification (GHS-US)

Simple asphyxiant SIAS Flam. Gas 1 H220 Press. Gas (Comp.) H280 Aquatic Acute 3 H402

2.2 Label elements

GHS US labeling

Hazard pictograms

GHS02 GHS04

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H220 - EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE GAS H280 - CONTAINS GAS UNDER PRESSURE; MAY EXPLODE IF HEATED H402 - HARMFUL TO AQUATIC LIFE OSHA-H01 - MAY DISPLACE OXYGEN AND CAUSE RAPID SUFFOCATION. CGA-HG04 - MAY FORM EXPLOSIVE MIXTURES WITH AIR

Precautionary statements

P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P273 - Avoid release to the environment. P271+P403 - Use and store only outdoors or in a well-ventilated place. P377 - LEAKING GAS FIRE: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 - Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Contact supplier for any special requirements. P304, P340, P313 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention. CGA-PG05 - Use a back flow preventive device in the piping. CGA-PG10 - Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure. CGA-PG12 - Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use. CGA-PG06 - Close valve after each use and when empty. CGA-PG11 - Never put cylinders into unventilated areas of passenger vehicles. CGA-PG02 - Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C (125°F).

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None. 2.4.

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

No data available