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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: NEON
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
BOC Gases, BOC Gases
Division of Division of
The BOC Group, Inc. BOC Canada Limited
575 Mountain Avenue 5975 Falbourne Street, Unit 2
Murray Hill, NJ 07974 Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3W6
TELEPHONE NUMBER: (908) 464-8100 TELEPHONE NUMBER: (905) 501-1700
24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:
CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 (905) 501-0802
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN NO: 20101
PRODUCT NAME: NEON
CHEMICAL NAME: Neon
COMMON NAMES/SYNONYMS: Neon, compressed
TDG (Canada) CLASSIFICATION: 2.2
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: A
PREPARED BY: Loss Control (908)464-8100/(905)501-1700
PREPARATION DATE: 6/1/95
REVIEW DATES: 6/7/96
2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
PEL-OSHA1 TLV-ACGIH2
INGREDIENT % VOLUME LD50 or LC50
Route/Species
Neon 75.0 to 99.9999 Simple Asphyxiant Simple Asphyxiant Not Available
FORMULA: Ne
CAS: 7440-01-9
RTECS #: QP4450000
Helium 0 to 25.0 Simple Asphyxiant Simple Asphyxiant Not Available
FORMULA: He
CAS: 7440-59-7
RTECS #: MH6520000
1
As stated in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z (revised July 1, 1993)
2
As stated in the ACGIH 1994-95 Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents
3. Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Simple Asphyxiant - This product does not contain oxygen and may cause asphyxia if released in a
confined area. Maintain oxygen levels above 19.5%. Nonflammable.
ROUTE OF ENTRY:
Skin Contact Skin Absorption Eye Contact Inhalation Ingestion
No No No Yes No
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PRODUCT NAME: NEON
HEALTH EFFECTS:
Exposure Limits Irritant Sensitization
No No No
Teratogen Reproductive Hazard Mutagen
No No No
Synergistic Effects
None reported
Carcinogenicity: -- NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
EYE EFFECTS:
None known.
SKIN EFFECTS:
None known.
INGESTION EFFECTS:
None known. Ingestion is unlikely as product is gas at room temperature.
INHALATION EFFECTS:
Product is a non-toxic simple asphyxiant. Effects of oxygen deficiency resulting from simple asphyxiants may
include: rapid breathing, diminished mental alertness, impaired muscular coordination, faulty judgement,
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.
NFPA HAZARD CODES HMIS HAZARD CODES RATINGS SYSTEM
Health: 0 Health: 0 0 = No Hazard
Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0 1 = Slight Hazard
Reactivity: 0 Reactivity: 0 2 = Moderate Hazard
3 = Serious Hazard
4 = Severe Hazard
4. First Aid Measures
EYES:
None required.
SKIN:
None required.
INGESTION:
None required.
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PRODUCT NAME: NEON
INHALATION:
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE. RESCUE
PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS. Victims
should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from the contaminated area is
most important. Unconscious persons should be moved to an uncontaminated area, and if breathing has stopped,
administer artificial resuscitation and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment should be symptomatic and
supportive.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Conditions of Flammability: Nonflammable
Flash point: Method: Autoignition
None Not Applicable Temperature: None
LEL(%): None UEL(%): None
Hazardous combustion products: None
Sensitivity to mechanical shock: None
Sensitivity to static discharge: None
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
None. Nonflammable.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
None required. Use as appropriate for surrounding materials.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in container or
container valve, contact the appropriate emergency telephone number listed in Section 1 or call your closest
BOC location.
7. Handling and Storage
Electrical classification:
Non-hazardous.
This gas mixture is noncorrosive and may be used with all common structural materials.
Use only in well-ventilated areas. Valve protection caps must remain in place unless container is secured with
valve protection outlet piped to use point. Do not drag, slide or roll cylinders. Use a suitable hand truck for
cylinder movement. Use a pressure reducing regulator when connecting cylinder to lower pressure (<3000 psig)
piping or systems. Do not heat cylinder by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the
cylinder. Use a check valve or trap in the discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow into the cylinder.
Protect cylinders from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area of non-combustible construction
away from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature where cylinders are
stored to exceed 125oF (52oC). Cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being
knocked over. Use a "first in-first out" inventory system to prevent full cylinders being stored for excessive
periods of time.
For additional recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Association Pamphlets P-1, P-14, P-9, and Safety
Bulletin SB-2.
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PRODUCT NAME: NEON
Never carry a compressed gas cylinder or a container of a gas in cryogenic liquid form in an enclosed space such
as a car trunk, van or station wagon. A leak can result in a fire, explosion, asphyxiation or a toxic exposure.
8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
EXPOSURE LIMITS1:
PEL-OSHA2 TLV-ACGIH3
INGREDIENT % VOLUME LD50 or LC50
Route/Species
Neon 75.0 to 99.9999 Simple Asphyxiant Simple Asphyxiant Not Available
FORMULA: Ne
CAS: 7440-01-9
RTECS #: QP4450000
Helium 0 to 25.0 Simple Asphyxiant Simple Asphyxiant Not Available
FORMULA: He
CAS: 7440-59-7
RTECS #: MH6520000
1
Refer to individual state of provincial regulations, as applicable, for limits which may be more stringent than
those listed here.
2
As stated in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z (revised July 1, 1993)
3
As stated in the ACGIH 1994-1995 Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Local exhaust to prevent accumulation of high concentrations so as to reduce the oxygen level in the air to less
than 19.5%.
EYE/FACE PROTECTION:
Safety goggles or glasses as appropriate for the job.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Protective gloves of material appropriate for the job.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Positive pressure air line with full-face mask and escape bottle or self-contained breathing apparatus should be
available for emergency use.
OTHER/GENERAL PROTECTION:
Safety shoes or other footwear as appropriate for the job.
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PRODUCT NAME: NEON
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
PARAMETER VALUE UNITS
Physical state (gas, liquid, solid) : Gas
Vapor pressure : Gas, above crit. temp.
Vapor density at 70 oF, 1 atm (Air = 1). : 0.70
Evaporation point : Not Available
o
Boiling point : -410.9 F
o
: -246.1 C
o
Freezing point : -415.5 F
o
: -248.6 C
pH : Not Applicable
Specific gravity : Not Available
Oil/water partition coefficient : Not Available
Solubility (H20) : Negligible
Odor threshold : Not Applicable
Odor and appearance : Colorless, odorless gas
10. Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY:
Stable
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS:
None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Does not occur.
11. Toxicological Information
Oxygen deficiency during pregnancy has produced developmental abnormalities in humans and experimental
animals.
No data given in the Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) or Sax, Dangerous Properties
of Industrial Materials, 7th ed.
12. Ecological Information
No data given.
13. Disposal Considerations
Do not attempt to dispose of residual waste or unused quantities. Return in the shipping container PROPERLY
LABELED, WITH ANY VALVE OUTLET PLUGS OR CAPS SECURED AND VALVE PROTECTION CAP
IN PLACE to BOC Gases or authorized distributor for proper disposal.
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PRODUCT NAME: NEON
14. Transport Information
PARAMETER United States DOT Canada TDG
Neon, compressed Neon, compressed
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
2.2 2.2
HAZARD CLASS:
UN 1065 UN 1065
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
NONFLAMMABLE GAS NONFLAMMABLE GAS
SHIPPING LABEL:
15. Regulatory Information
SARA TITLE III NOTIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION
SARA TITLE III - HAZARD CLASSES:
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard
16. Other Information
Compressed gas cylinders shall not be refilled without the express written permission of the owner. Shipment of
a compressed gas cylinder which has not been filled by the owner or with his/her (written) consent is a violation
of transportation regulations.
DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and make
no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein, and assume no
responsibility regarding the suitability of this information for the user鈥檚 intended purposes or for the
consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for
their particular purpose(s).
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