Ramset Fasteners (Aust) Pty Limited ACN 004 297 009
A Division of ITW Construction Products
Maroondah Highway,
Mooroolbark. Victoria. Australia. 3136
Telephone: 1300 780 063
Emergency Telephone Number: 1300 780 063 (Monday to Friday. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm EST)
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
- Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of ASCC -
May cause cryogenic burns
Risk Phrases
R12 - Extremely Flammable
Safety Phrases
Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Avoid breathing vapour
Keep away from sources of ignition
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Chemical Identity CAS Number Proportion
1-Butene 106-98-9 25-80%
Propene 115-07-1 20-75%
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN: In case of frostbite, do not remove clothes. Get immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: Get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get immediate medical attention.
MSDS Prepared in accordance with [NOHSC:2011 (2003)]
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT: TRAKFAST FUEL CELLS
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Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: approximately -107癈
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS (% in air by volume): approximately 2 to 10
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: dry chemical; carbon dioxide; foam; water
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Fuel cells may release contents if not
sufficiently cooled with water spray. Isolate hazard area and evacuate unprotected
personnel. Full emergency equipment with self contained breathing apparatus and full
protective clothing should be worn by firefighters.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES:
Eliminate sources of ignition.
Isolate hazard area.
Ventilate hazard area.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
RECOMMENDED STORAGE TEMPERATURE: Below 50癈
SHELF LIFE: For maximum number of tool cycles, use before date code on fuel cell.
HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: In addition to limitations on storage
temperature, fuel cells should be handled and stored so as to avoid puncture. Even after use,
do not puncture fuel cell or expose fuel cell to high temperature. Do not attempt to refill the
fuel cell. Protect containers from physical damage. Store in well ventilated area out of direct
sunlight and keep below 40癈. Keep away from sources of ignition ?no smoking.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
National exposure standards
Ingredient CAS No TWA STEL
1-Butene 106-98-9 None None
Propylene 115-07-1 None None
Engineering controls
Ensure adequate exhaust ventilation in enclosed spaces
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT: TRAKFAST FUEL CELLS
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Personal protective equipment
Wear eye and hearing protection when using in TrakFast tools.
EYE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Eye protection must be worn when handling fuel cells.
SKIN PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Gloves are recommended when handling fuel cells.
RESPIRATORY/VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS:
Use in a well ventilated environment.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL FORM: Liquefied gas
COLOR: Colourless
ODOR: Faintly olefinic
BOILING POINT: Approximately -46癈
MELT POINT/FREEZE POINT: approximately -184癈
pH: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Slightly
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Approximately 0.6 for liquefied gas
% VOLATILE BY WEIGHT: 100%
VAPOR PRESSURE: Approximately 345 - 1030 kPa at 21癈
VAPOR DENSITY: Approximately 1.5 (air = 1)
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Product is stable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Oxidizing agents, halogens and acids.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Thermal decomposition or burning may produce carbon
monoxide or carbon dioxide from fuel gas combustion.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE
EYE CONTACT: Direct contact with liquefied gas can result in frostbite ("cold burn").
Frostbite ("cold burn") can result from exposure to expanding gas or vaporizing liquid.
Components of fuel cell gas and propellant at ambient pressure and temperature produce
little or no irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Exposure to expanding gas or vaporizing liquid may cause frostbite. No
significant effects have been demonstrated for components of fuel cell gas and propellant at
ambient pressure and temperature.
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PRODUCT: TRAKFAST FUEL CELLS
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INGESTION: Exposure to expanding gas or vaporizing liquid may cause frostbite to internal
organs and tissue. Ingestion not anticipated since components of fuel gas and propellant are
gaseous at ambient pressure and temperature.
INHALATION: May cause asphyxiation in high concentrations. Repeated or prolonged
inhalation may cause toxic effects. Low toxicity - LC50 > 5 mg/L (rat). Components of fuel
cell gases and propellant are simple asphyxiants. Exposure to high concentrations of
propylene has been associated with irregular heartbeat.
CHRONIC
No significant effects have been demonstrated for any components except propylene.
Chronic exposure to propylene has been associated with liver damage.
CARCINOGENCITY: No components of fuel cell gas or propellant are classified as
carcinogens by IARC, NTP or OSHA.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological and environmental fate data have not been determined specifically for this
product. Information is based on International Uniform Chemical Information
Database (IUCLID) entries for components of fuel cell gas and propellant.
ECOTOXICOLOGIAL INFORMATION: Anaesthetic to animals and insects at high
concentrations. Not expected to pose hazards to aquatic life. Not inhibitory to plant growth at
ambient concentrations. Bioaccumulation is not expected.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE INFORMATION: Volatilization is expected to be primary fate
process. Components of fuel cell gas and propellant have photochemical reactivity.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal methods and containers
Do not puncture or incinerate containers. Dispose of in accordance with local waste
management regulations.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number: 1950
UN Proper Shipping Name: Aerosols
Class and subsidiary risk: 2.1
Packaging Group: Not applicable
Hazchem Code: 2WE
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule: None
NICNAS Status: All ingredients listed in AICS
MSDS Prepared in accordance with [NOHSC:2011 (2003)]
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT: TRAKFAST FUEL CELLS
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