Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
124-38-9
Name of the chemical
Carbon dioxide CO2
Concentration
5000 ppm
EC/CAS
7440-37-1
Name of the chemical
Argon Ar
Concentration
75% to 98%
General Information
Revision date
2004-01-25
Product name
Norgas
Product Synonyms
Shielding Gas and Carbon Dioxide in Argon mixtures TDG (Canada) Classification 2.2 WHMIS Classification A
Chemical name
Gas Mixture, Carbon Dioxide in Argon
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Quality
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview: Odorless, colorless, nonflammable gas. Simple Asphyxiant – This product does not contain oxygen and may cause asphyxia if released in a confined area. Maintain oxygen levels above 19.5%. Carbon dioxide exposure can cause nausea and respiratory problems. High concentrations of carbon dioxide may cause vasodilatation leading to circulatory collapse. Contents under pressure. Use and store below 125OF (52OC).
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin Contact Skin Absorption Eye Contact Inhalation Ingestion No Yes No Norgas # 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 17, 18 MSDS # NG-5 Page 2 of 5 Continued
Potential health effects
Exposure Limits Irritant Sensitization Yes No Teratogen Reproductive Hazard Mutagen No Synergistic Effects None Reported Carcinogenicity: NTP: No IARC: No
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None known. NFPA Hazard Codes HMIS Hazard Codes Ratings System Health: 0 Health: 0 0 = No Hazard Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0 1 = Slight Hazard Reactivity: 0
Physical hazards
3 2 = Moderate Hazard 3 = Serious Hazard 4 = Severe Hazard Hazard ratings assigned in accordance with Compressed Gas Association (CGA) guidelines as published in CGA Pamphlet P-19- 2004, CGA Recommended Hazard Ratings for Compressed Gases, 2nd Edition.
