Argon

Hazard statements (CLP)

H280, H313

Code

Statements

H280

Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Health Environmental Physical Acute Toxicity: Category None None Skin Corrosion/Irritation: None None Skin Sensitization: NO None Eye: Category None None STOT – None None Carcinogen: Category None None GHS – Label Symbol(s): Gas Under Pressure GHS – Words(s): Warning

Other hazards

Not Resulting in Classification Argon is a simple asphyxiate. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May cause frostbite in contact with skin or eyes.

Hazard statements

GHS Codes(s) Code Phrase(s) Physical H280 *- Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. 281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury. Health H313 May be harmful in contact with skin. 332 Harmful if inhaled. Environmental None Precautionary: General P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand

Prevention

251 Do not pierce of burn, even after use. 261 Avoid breathing gas. 271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. 280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. [As modified by IV ATP]. 282 Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection

Response

P312 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…/if you feel unwell. [As modified by IV ATP] 321 Specific treatment (see Section 4 – First Aid Measures). 336 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected areas. 304+340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 305+310 IF IN EYES: Immediately call a doctor. 313+333 May be harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled.

Storage

P405 Store locked up 403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed 410+403 *- Protect from sunlight. Store in well-ventilated place.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents through a licensed disposal company. Contaminated container should be disposed of as unused product. *- If under pressure