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4. First-aid measures |
· Description of first aid measures · After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints. · After skin contact: Generally the product does not irritate the skin. Immediately rinse with water. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor. · After eye contact: Remove contact lenses if worn. Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. · After swallowing: Unlikely route of exposure. Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help. · Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: No relevant information available. · Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: Treat frost-bitten areas appropriately. |
5. Fire-fighting measures |
· Extinguishing media · Suitable extinguishing agents: Carbon dioxide Gaseous extinguishing agents Water fog / haze Foam · For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water stream. · Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Extremely flammable gas. Formation of toxic gases is possible during heating or in case of fire. · Advice for firefighters · Protective equipment: Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. Wear fully protective suit. · Additional information: Cool endangered receptacles with water spray. |
6. Additional release measures |
· Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from ignition sources. · Environmental precautions Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. · Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Allow to evaporate. Absorb liquid components with liquid-binding material. · Reference to other sections See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information |
7. Handling and storage |
· Handling · Precautions for safe handling: Use only in well ventilated areas. · Information about protection against explosions and fires: Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Protect from heat. Protect against electrostatic charges. · Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities · Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Avoid storage near extreme heat, ignition sources or open flame. · Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store away from oxidizing agents. · Further information about storage conditions: Protect from heat and direct sunlight. · Specific end use(s) No relevant information available. |
8. Exposure controls/personal protection |
· Control parameters · Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the workplace. · Exposure controls · General protective and hygienic measures: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. · Engineering controls: Provide adequate ventilation. · Breathing equipment: Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation. · Protection of hands: Not required under normal conditions of use. Wear protective gloves to handle contents of damaged or leaking units. · Eye protection: Follow relevant national guidelines concerning the use of protective eyewear. · Body protection: Not required. · Limitation and supervision of exposure into the environment No relevant information available. · Risk management measures No relevant information available. |
9. Physical and chemical properties |
· Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
· pH-value: Not determined. |
· Flash point: -91 °C (-131.8 °F) |
· Flammability (solid, gaseous): Not determined. |
· Decomposition temperature: Not determined. |
· Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/ |
· Explosion limits |
· Vapor pressure at 21 °C (69.8 °F): 2814 hPa (2,110.7 mm Hg) |
· Density: Evaporation rate: Not determined. |
· Solubility in / Miscibility with |
Water: Not miscible or difficult to mix. |
· Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined. |
· Viscosity |
10. Stability and reactivity |
· Reactivity: No relevant information available. · Chemical stability: · Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. · Possibility of hazardous reactions Used empty containers may contain product gases which form explosive mixtures with air. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents. Danger of receptacles bursting because of high vapor pressure if heated. Can form explosive mixtures in air if heated above flash point and/or when sprayed or atomized. · Conditions to avoid Excessive heat. · Incompatible materials Oxidizers · Hazardous decomposition products Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide |
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13. Disposal considerations |
· Waste treatment methods · Recommendation: Can be burned with household garbage after consulting with the waste disposal facility operator and the pertinent authorities and adhering to the necessary technical regulations. The user of this material has the responsibility to dispose of unused material, residues and containers in compliance with all relevant local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding treatment, storage and disposal for hazardous and nonhazardous wastes. · Uncleaned packagings · Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations. |
14. Transport information |
· UN-Number : UN1011 |
· UN proper shipping name : Butane : BUTANE |
· Transport hazard class(es) Class : 2.1 ·Label : 2.1 · ADR ·Class : 2.1 2F ·Label : 2.1 · IMDG, IATA ·Class : 2.1 (Cont'd. on page 7) |
(Cont'd. of page 6)
· Label: 2.1 |
· Packing group: This UN-number is not assigned a packing group. |
· Environmental hazards |
· Special precautions for user: Not applicable. |
· Transport in bulk according to Annex II of |
MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code: Not applicable. |
· Transport/Additional information: |
Cargo Aircraft Only |
15. Regulatory information |
· Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture · United States (USA) · SARA · Section 302 (extremely hazardous substances): · Proposition 65 (California) · Chemicals known to cause cancer: · EPA (Environmental Protection Agency): (Cont'd. on page 8) |
(Cont'd. of page 7)
Substance is not listed.
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16. Other information |
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. · Abbreviations and acronyms: ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods DOT: US Department of Transportation IATA: International Air Transport Association GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent PBT: Persistant, Bio-accumulable, Toxic vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative Flam. Gas 1: Flammable gases – Category 1 Press. Gas: Gases under pressure – Compressed gas · Sources Website, European Chemicals Agency (echa.europa.eu) Website, US EPA Substance Registry Services (ofmpub.epa.gov/sor internet/registry/substreg/home/ overview/home.do) Website, Chemical Abstracts Registry, American Chemical Society (www.cas.org) Patty's Industrial Hygiene, 6th ed., Rose, Vernon, ed. ISBN: 978-0-470-07488-6 Casarett and Doull's Toxicology: The Basic Science of Poisons, 8th Ed., Klaasen, Curtis D., ed., ISBN: 978-0-07-176923-5. Safety Data Sheets, Individual Manufacturers SDS Prepared by: ChemTel Inc. 1305 North Florida Avenue Tampa, Florida USA 33602-2902 Toll Free North America 1-888-255-3924 Intl. +01 813-248-0573 Website: www.chemtelinc.com |
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