General Information
Revision date
2017-03-15
Product name
METHANE, COMPRESSED
Product Synonyms
hydride; CH4; Fire Damp
CAS No.
74-82-8
Emergency telephone
1.4.1
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Company Information
company name
Sharjah Oxygen Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 1 GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas
2.2 Label elements
2.2.1 LABELING PICTOGRAMS 2.2.2
Signal word
Danger Extremely flammable gas. May form explosive mixtures with air. Contains gas under pressure; may explode 2.2.3
Hazard statements
if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Read and follow all Safety Data Sheets (SDS’S) before use. Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Close valve after each use and when empty. Use equipment rated for 2.2.4
Precautionary statements
cylinder pressure. Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use. Use a back flow preventative device in the piping. Use only equipment of compatible materials of construction. Approach suspected leak area with caution.
2.3 Other hazards
In addition to any other important health or physical hazards, this product may displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
