Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
74-86-2
Name of the chemical
acetylene
Concentration
Trade secret / Unique
General Information
Version
6.02
Revision date
2026-08-03
Product name
Acetylene Gas
Product Synonyms
Ethyne, Ethine; Welding gas; Narcylen; Acetylen; Vinylene
CAS No.
74-86-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial and Specialty Gas Applications
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
WESTERN INTERNATIONAL GAS & CYL. INC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H220, H221, H280
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H220
Extremely flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable gases Category 1A Gases under pressure Dissolved gas Simple asphyxiants Yes Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources. Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
Storage
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Further information
Rapid release of compressed gas may cause frostbite.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable gases Category 1A Gases under pressure Dissolved gas Simple asphyxiants Yes Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable.
