General Information
Product name
Argon, Compressed
Product Synonyms
Argon gas
Chemical name
Argon
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Shield Gas, Inerting, Fire Extinguishing, various others
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Refrigeration & Oxygen Co
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@rocq8.com
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: CAUTION! High pressure gas. Can cause rapid suffocation. Do not breathe gas. Self-contained breathing apparatus may be required by rescue workers.
Potential health effects
INFORMATION
Principle Routes of Exposure
INHALATION: Simple asphyxiant. Nontoxic, but may cause suffocation by displacing the oxygen in air. Exposure to oxygen-deficient atmosphere «19.5%) may cause dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, excess salivation, diminished mental alertness, loss of consciousness and death. Exposure to atmospheres containing 8% to 10% or less oxygen will bring about unconsciousness without warning and so quickly that the individuals cannot help or protect themselves. Lack of sufficient oxygen may cause serious injury or death. EYE CONTACT: Not Applicable SKIN CONTACT: Not Applicable SKIN ABSORPTION: Not applicable INGESTION: Not applicable
Potential chronic health
None established
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None OTHER EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None
Environmental effects
No adverse ecological effects are expected
