Material Safety Data Sheet
Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
Product Name
: AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries
Supplier
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253
: Synthetic/Analytical chemistry.
Product use
: 007666
MSDS#
: 11/1/2007.
Date of
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency
Section 2. Hazards identification
: Gas.
Physical state
: Warning!
Emergency overview
CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
SUSPECT CANCER HAZARD
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE CANCER
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING
ORGANS: BLOOD, REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM, LIVER, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN,
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
Do not puncture or incinerate container. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of
exposure.
Contact with rapidly expanding gases can cause frostbite.
: Inhalation
Routes of entry
Potential acute health effects
Irritating to eyes.
Eyes :
Irritating to skin.
Skin :
Acts as a simple asphyxiant.Irritating to respiratory system.
Inhalation :
Ingestion is not a normal route of exposure for gases
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Classified A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by
:
Potential chronic health :
ACGIH [ethanol]. Classified + (Proven.) by NIOSH [trichloromethane]. Classified A3
effects
(Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC, 3 (Possible for
human.) by European Union [trichloromethane]. Classified 2 (Reasonably Anticipated To
Be Human Carcinogens.) by NTP [trichloromethane].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
: Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health
Medical conditions
aggravated by overexposure by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
See toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name CAS number % Volume Exposure limits
Nitrogen 7727-37-9 94 - 99
Ethanol 64-17-5 0.1 - 5 ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2007).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s).
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
TWA: 1000 ppm 10 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States, 11/2006).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s).
ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2007).
TWA: 1880 mg/m 3 8 hour(s).
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Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
TWA: 1900 mg/m 3 10 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States, 11/2006).
TWA: 1900 mg/m 3 8 hour(s).
Chloroform 67-66-3 0.001 - 0.9 ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2007).
TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s).
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 2 ppm 60 minute(s).
OSHA PEL (United States, 11/2006).
CEIL: 50 ppm
ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2007).
TWA: 49 mg/m 3 8 hour(s).
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 9.78 mg/m 3 60 minute(s).
OSHA PEL (United States, 11/2006).
CEIL: 240 mg/m 3
Section 4. First aid measures
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.If fumes are still suspected to be present,
the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or a self-contained breathing apparatus.It may be dangerous to the person
providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated
Skin contact
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Get medical attention.
: Try to warm up the frozen tissues and seek medical attention.
Frostbite
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give
Inhalation
artificial respiration. Get medical attention.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
Ingestion
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.
Section 5. Fire fighting measures
Flammability of the product : Non-flammable.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO 2...).
Products of combustion
: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Fire fighting media and
instructions
If involved in fire, shut off flow immediately if it can be done without risk. Apply water
from a safe distance to cool container and protect surrounding area.
No specific hazard.
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
equipment for fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental release measures
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use
Personal precautions
suitable protective equipment (Section 8). Shut off gas supply if this can be done safely.
Isolate area until gas has dispersed.
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
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Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
Section 7. Handling and storage
: Do not puncture or incinerate container. High pressure gas. Use equipment rated for
Handling
cylinder pressure. Close valve after each use and when empty. Protect cylinders from
physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide, or drop. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder
movement.
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Cylinders
Storage
should be stored upright, with valve protection cap in place, and firmly secured to
prevent falling or being knocked over. Cylinder temperatures should not exceed 52 癈
(125 癋).
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Use only with adequate ventilation. If user operations generate dust, fumes, vapor or
Engineering controls
mist, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory
limits.
Personal protection
: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
Eyes
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or
dusts.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling
this product.
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
Respiratory
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.
The applicable standards are (US) 29 CFR 1910.134 and (Canada) Z94.4-93
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves or gauntlets complying with an approved standard
Hands
should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment
indicates this is necessary.
Personal protection in case : A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.
of a large spill
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
Not applicable.
Molecular weight :
Not applicable.
Molecular formula :
Not available.
Boiling/condensation point :
-210癈 (-346癋) based on data for: nitrogen.
Melting/freezing point :
The lowest known value is -146.9癈 (-232.4癋) (nitrogen).
Critical temperature :
The highest known value is 0.967 (Air = 1) (nitrogen).
Vapor density :
Not applicable.
Specific Volume (ft3/lb) :
Weighted average: 0.07
Gas Density (lb/ft3) :
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
Incompatibility with various : Reactive with alkalis.
Slightly reactive to reactive with organic materials.
substances
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Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
Section 11. Toxicological information
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
Ethanol LD50 7060 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 6300 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LD50 3450 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LDLo 1400 mg/kg Oral human
LDLo 5500 mg/kg Oral Dog
Chloroform LD50 695 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 1250 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 36 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LDLo 500 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LDLo 2514 mg/kg Oral man
LC50 19470 ppm (1 Inhalation Rat
hour(s))
Chronic effects on humans : CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Classified A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by
:
ACGIH [ethanol]. Classified + (Proven.) by NIOSH [trichloromethane]. Classified A3
(Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC, 3 (Possible for
human.) by European Union [trichloromethane]. Classified 2 (Reasonably Anticipated To
Be Human Carcinogens.) by NTP [trichloromethane].
Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: blood, the
reproductive system, liver, upper respiratory tract, skin, central nervous system (CNS),
eye, lens or cornea.
: Not considered to be toxic for humans.
Other toxic effects on
humans
Specific effects
: Contains material which may cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and
Carcinogenic effects
level of exposure.
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity
Section 12. Ecological information
Ingredient name Species Period Result
Ethanol Daphnia magna (EC50) 48 hour(s) 2 mg/l
Daphnia magna (EC50) 48 hour(s) 9.3 mg/l
Daphnia magna (EC50) 48 hour(s) >100 mg/l
Daphnia magna (LC50) 96 hour(s) >100 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) >100 mg/l
Oncorhynchus mykiss (LC50) 96 hour(s) 13000 mg/l
Chloroform Scenedesmus subspicatus 48 hour(s) 560 mg/l
(EC50)
Scenedesmus subspicatus 48 hour(s) 950 mg/l
(EC50)
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 13.3 mg/l
Oncorhynchus mykiss (LC50) 96 hour(s) 15.1 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 16.2 mg/l
Oncorhynchus mykiss (LC50) 96 hour(s) 17.1 mg/l
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2) and water, nitrogen oxides (NO, NO 2...).
Products of degradation
: The products of degradation are more toxic than the product itself.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation
: Not available.
Environmental fate
: Practically non-toxic to aquatic organisms.
Environmental hazards
Toxicity to the environment : Not available.
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Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
Section 13. Disposal considerations
Product removed from the cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, local
regulation.Return cylinders with residual product to Airgas, Inc.Do not dispose of locally.
Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN1956 COMPRESSED GAS, 2.2 Not applicable (gas). -
N.O.S. NON-FLAMMABLE GAS
2
TDG Classification UN1956 COMPRESSED GAS, 2.2 Not applicable (gas). Explosive
N.O.S. Limit and
Limited
2
Quantity
Index
0.125
Passenger
Carrying
Road or Rail
Index
75
UN1956 COMPRESSED GAS, 2.2 Not applicable (gas). -
Mexico
N.O.S.
Classification NON-FLAMMABLE GAS
2
Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: TSCA 8(b) inventory: nitrogen; ethanol; trichloromethane
U.S. Federal regulations
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: nitrogen; ethanol
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: nitrogen:
Sudden Release of Pressure; ethanol: Fire hazard, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard,
Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: trichloromethane
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: trichloromethane
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: trichloromethane
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: trichloromethane
SARA 313
Product name CAS number Concentration
: Chloroform 67-66-3 0.001 - 0.9
Form R - Reporting
requirements
: Chloroform 67-66-3 0.001 - 0.9
Supplier notification
SARA 313 notifications must not be detached from the MSDS and any copying and redistribution of the MSDS shall
include copying and redistribution of the notice attached to copies of the MSDS subsequently redistributed.
: Pennsylvania RTK: nitrogen: (generic environmental hazard); ethanol: (generic
State regulations
environmental hazard); trichloromethane: (special hazard, environmental hazard, generic
environmental hazard)
Massachusetts RTK: nitrogen; ethanol; trichloromethane
New Jersey: nitrogen; ethanol; trichloromethane
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Nonflammable Gas Mixture: Chloroform / Ethanol / Nitrogen
: WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause
California prop. 65
cancer.
Ingredient name Cancer Reproductive No significant risk Maximum
level acceptable dosage
level
Chloroform Yes. No. 20 g/day (ingestion) No.
40 g/day (inhalation)
Canada
: Class A: Compressed gas.
WHMIS (Canada)
Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CEPA DSL: nitrogen; ethanol; trichloromethane
Section 16. Other information
United States
: CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
Label Requirements
SUSPECT CANCER HAZARD
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE CANCER
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING
ORGANS: BLOOD, REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM, LIVER, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN,
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
Canada
: Class A: Compressed gas.
Label Requirements
Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
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Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.)
0
Fire hazard
0
Reactivity
C
Personal protection
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
0
Association (U.S.A.)
1 0
Health Instability
Special
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named
supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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