Material Safety Data Sheet
MSDS # 1118
Dyno Nobel Inc.
2650 Decker Lake Boulevard, Suite 300 Date 02/07/05
Salt Lake City, Utah 84119
Phone: 801-364-4800 Fax: 801-321-6703 Supercedes
E-Mail: dnna.hse@am.dynonobel.com MSDS # 1118 01/23/04
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SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name(s): Carbon Dioxide, Refrigerated Liquid
Synonyms: Carbonic Acid; Carbonic Anhydride; CO2; Liquefied CO2
Product Class: Carbon Dioxide
Product Appearance & Odor: Colorless gas, no odor.
DOT Hazard Shipping Description: Carbon Dioxide, refrigerated liquid 2.2 UN 2187 II
CARBON DIOXIDE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID
Label Required:
QT
NFPA Hazard Classification: Health (Blue) = 3
Flammability (Red) = 0
Reactivity (Yellow) = 0
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Occupational Exposure Limits
Ingredients: CAS# % (Range) ACGIH TLV-TWA OSHA PEL-TWA
Carbon Dioxide 124-38-9 99.9 5,000 ppm 5,000 ppm
30,000 ppm (STEL)
Ingredients, other than those mentioned above, as used in this product are not hazardous as defined under current
Department of Labor regulations, or are present in deminimus concentrations (less than 0.1% for carcinogens, less
than 1.0% for other hazardous materials).
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
Sublimation Point: -78癈 (-109癋) @ 1 atm Vapor Pressure: 60 atm (881.4 psia) @ 22.4癈 (72.3癋)
Vapor Density: 1.522 (air = 1) Specific Gravity: 1.02 g/cc (8.5 lb/gal)
Percent Volatile by Volume: 100% Solubility in Water: 0.14 g/100 g @ 0癈 (32癋)
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: Not flammable Flammable Limits: Not Flammable
Extinguishing Media: Not applicable
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Not applicable.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not applicable.
SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Carcinogenicity: NTP: No IARC Monographs: No OSHA Regulated: No
Effects of Overexposure
Eyes: Contact with solid or gas from rapidly evaporating liquid can cause frostbite and freeze burns.
Skin: Contact with solid or gas from rapidly evaporating liquid can cause frostbite and freeze burns.
Ingestion: Not considered a likely scenario.
Inhalation: Carbon dioxide is the most powerful cerebral vasodilator known. Can result in increased respiration,
dizziness, shortness of breath and headache. Exposure to high concentrations for a period of time can result in oxygen
deficiency, effects of which may include rapid breathing, diminished mental alertness, impaired muscular coordination,
faulty judgment, depression of all sensations, emotional instability, and fatigue. As asphyxiation progresses, nausea,
vomiting, prostration, and loss of consciousness may result, eventually leading to convulsions, coma and death. Oxygen
deficiency during pregnancy has produced developmental abnormalities in humans and experimental animals.
Systemic or Other Effects: Agents such as CO2, which can induce hypoxia at high concentrations, have been shown to
produce teratogenic effects in laboratory animals. May aggravate pre-existing pulmonary conditions.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes: In cases of freezing or cryogenic "burns" by rapidly evaporating liquid, remove the victim from the source of
contamination and open eyelids wide to allow liquid/solid to evaporate/sublime. DO NOT WASH THE EYES WITH HOT
OR EVEN TEPID WATER! If the victim cannot tolerate light, protect eyes from light with a bandage or handkerchief.
Seek immediate medical attention, preferably from an Ophthalmologist.
Skin: Immediately flush the affected area with lukewarm, not hot, water. If a freeze burn has occurred, get medical
attention.
Ingestion: Not considered a likely scenario.
Inhalation: Immediately remove to fresh air. Unconscious persons should be given supplemental oxygen. If breathing
has stopped, apply artificial respiration. Keep warm and at rest. Get immediate medical attention for all cases of
overexposure. Note: Carbon Dioxide has no warning properties!
Special Considerations: None.
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SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Protect vessel from source of heat that could lead to increased pressure.
Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Reactive metals such as potassium, sodium and magnesium. Other incompatible
materials are acrylaldehyde, aziridine, cesium oxide, metal acetylides, and peroxides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon Monoxide may be formed at temperatures above 1,700癈 (3,092 癋).
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Keep spill response perimeter back to point of 19% (or
more) oxygen. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for any emergency situation requiring work in spill area. Follow
applicable Federal, State and local reporting requirements.
Waste Disposal Method: Liquid Carbon Dioxide will evaporate over time and will not leave residue;
no chemical clean up will be necessary. Vegetation, insects, reptiles, fish and small mammals
contacted by liquid Carbon Dioxide and/or the vapor cloud may be injured or killed. Further
environmental restoration measures may be required.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation to attain occupational exposure limits and to prevent
the formation of an oxygen deficient atmosphere, particularly in a confined space area.
Respiratory Protection: Wearing of SCBA is required if containing large spills or upon entry into large tanks, vessels,
and other designated confined space areas. Situations where airborne concentrations may exceed occupational
exposure limits require proper ventilation.
Protective Clothing: CO2 is extremely cold (?09癋, ?8癈), contact with solid and/or gas may cause tissue damage.
Wearing of appropriate protective clothing and gloves that provide some insulating ability is suggested to prevent contact
with this chemical.
Eye Protection: CO2 is extremely cold (?09癋, ?8癈), contact with solid and/or gas may cause tissue damage.
Remove contact lenses and wear safety glasses, chemical goggles or face shield when handling this chemical.
Other Precautions Required: None.
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Store in compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations.
The high vapor pressure of liquid Carbon Dioxide is the main concern in storage. Protect vessel from puncture and store
away from sources of heat that will cause the pressure to increase
Other Precautions: None.
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SECTION X - SPECIAL INFORMATION
EPCRA Section 311/312 Hazard Categorization:
Acute Chronic Fire Pressure Reactive
X X
EPCRA & CAA Hazardous Substance Reporting Requirements:
CAS % by CAA 302 TPQ 304 RQ
Ingredient No. wt. 112(r) lb. lb. 313 TRI
none listed
Key: CAA 112(r) = Toxic Substance with potential for airborne release
Sec. 302 TPQ = Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) Threshold Planning Quantity
Sec. 304 RQ = EHS and CERCLA Reportable Quantity if spilled
Sec. 313 TRI =Toxic Chemicals to be reported on Toxic Release Inventory if spilled
Disclaimer
Dyno Nobel Inc. and its subsidiaries disclaim any warranties with respect to this product, the safety or suitability thereof, the information contained
herein, or the results to be obtained, whether express or implied, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR OTHER WARRANTY. The information contained herein is provided for
reference purposes only and is intended only for persons having relevant technical skills. Because conditions and manner of use are outside of our
control, the user is responsible for determining the conditions of safe use of the product. Buyers and users assume all risk, responsibility and liability
whatsoever from any and all injuries (including death), losses, or damages to persons or property arising from the use of this product or information.
Under no circumstances shall either Dyno Nobel Inc. or any of its subsidiaries be liable for special, consequential or incidental damages or for
anticipated loss of profits.
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