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Linde Gas LLC (216) 642-6600
LindeGAS, LLC (216) 642-6600
AGA Gas INC. SAFETY
P.O. Box 94737 WOODS BLVD
P.O. Box 94737
6055 ROCKSIDE DATA SHEET
Cleveland, Ohio 44101
Cleveland, Ohio 44101
P.O. BOX 94737
www.us.lindegas.com
CLEVELAND, OH 44101-4737
www.us.lindegas.com No. 155
PRODUCT NAME CAS #
75-01-4
Vinyl Chloride
DOT I.D. No.:
UN 1086; RQ 1.0 (0.454)
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS
Vinyl chloride, inhibited (D.O.T.)
DOT Hazard Class:
Division 2.1
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS
Formula
C2H3Cl or CH2CHC
Vinyl Chloride, Chloroethylene; Chloroethene
ISSUE DATES AND REVISIONS Chemical Family:
Halogenated Alkene
Revised january 1995
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT
TWA = 5 molar ppm with an A1 Carcinogen Rating (ACGIH 1994-1995). Al is a confirmed human carcinogen. OSHA
1993. 1910.1017, 8 Hr. TWA = 1 Molar PPM (Continued on Page 4)
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Inhaling high concentrations causes mild symptoms of drowsiness, blurred vision, staggering gate and tingling and
numbness in the extremities.
Liquid vinyl chloride may cause severe irritation or burns on skin or eye contact.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Several workers who handled and used vinyl chloride developed a rare form of liver cancer.
IARC, NTP and OSHA all list vinyl chloride as a carcinogen.
Persons in ill health where such illness would be aggravated by exposure to vinyl chloride should not be allowed to
work with or handle this product.
RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE TO VINYL CHLORIDE.
RESCUE PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND BE
COGNIZANT OF EXTREME FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Inhalation: Conscious persons 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, given
assisted respiration and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
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Information contained in this material safety data sheet is offered without charge for use by technically qualified personnel at their discretion and
risk. All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests and data which we believe to be reliable, but
the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed and no warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto. This information is not intended
as a license to operate under or a recommendation to practice or infringe any patent of this Company or others covering any process, composition
of matter or use.
Since the Company shall have no control of the use of the product described herein, the Company assumes no liability for loss or damage incurred
from the proper or improper use of such product.
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HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, OR GASES
Vinyl chloride polymerizes on exposure to sunlight, heat or in the presence of oxygen or air. The addition of phenol or
hydroquinone inhibits the polymerization. It is flammable in air.
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT LIQUID DENSITY AT BOILING POINT
7.3潞F (-13.7潞C) 60.6 lb/ft3 (971 kg/m3)
VAPOR PRESSURE GAS DENSITY AT 70掳F. 1 atm
@ 70潞F (21.1潞C) = 52 psia (360 kPa) @ 77潞F (25潞C) = .164 lb/ft3 (2.63 kg/m3)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER FREEZING POINT
-244.8潞F (-153.8潞C)
Slightly Soluble
EVAPORATION RATE SPECIFIC GRAVITY (AIR=1)
N/A (Gas) @ 77潞F (25潞C) = 2.22
Colorless gas with a pleasant, sweet odor
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE
FLASH POINT (Method used) FLAMMABLE LIMITS % BY VOLUME (See Page 4)
-108潞F (CC) 882潞F (472潞C) LEL 3.6 UEL 33
ELECTRICAL CLASSIFICATION
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Class 1, Group Not Specified
Water, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Attempt to stop the flow of vinyl chloride. Use water spray to cool surrounding containers.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Vinyl chloride vapors are heavier than air and may travel a considerable distance to a
source of ignition. Should fire be extinguished and flow of gas continue, increase
ventilation to prevent formation of flammable mixtures in low areas or pockets.
REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Unstable None
Stable X
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid)
Oxidizers
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION CONDITIONS TO AVOID
X
May Occur
It is inhibited with phenol or hydroquinone to prevent polymerization.
Will Not Occur
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If
leak is in user鈥檚 equipment, be certain to purge piping with an inert gas prior to
attempting repairs. If leak is in container or container valve, contact your closest
supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Do not attempt to dispose of 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 your supplier. For emergency disposal
assistance, contact your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.
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SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Positive pressure air line with mask or self-contained breathing apparatus should be available for
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
(Specify type)
emergency use.
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST SPECIAL
N/A
To prevent accumulation above the TWA
Hood with forced ventilation MECHANICAL (Gen.) OTHER
N/A
In accordance with electrical codes
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Most materials except natural rubber
EYE PROTECTION
Safety goggles or glasses
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety shoes, safety shower, eyewash 鈥渇ountain,鈥? transparent face shield
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS*
SPECIAL LABELING INFORMATION
I.D. No.: UN 1086; RQ 1.0(0.454)
DOT Shipping Name: Vinyl chloride, inhibited
DOT Hazard Class: Division 2.1
DOT Shipping Label: Flammable Gas
SPECIAL HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Use only in well-ventilated areas. Valve protection caps must remain in place unless container is secured with valve
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 connectinn cylinder to lower pressure (<150 psiq) pipinq or systems. Do not heat
cylinder by any means to increase tne 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.
For additional handling recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Association鈥檚 Pamphlets I P-1 and P-10.
SPECIAL STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
Protect cylinders from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area of noncombustible construction away
from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits.
Do not allow the temperature where cylinders are stored to exceed 125F (52C). Cylinders should be stored upright and
firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and empty cylinders should be segregated. Use a 鈥渇irst in -
first out鈥? inventory system to prevent full cylinders beins stored for excessive periods of time. Post 鈥淣o Smoking or
Open Flames鈥? signs in the storage or use area. There should be no sources of ignition in the storage or use area.
For additional storage recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Association鈥檚 Pamphlet P-1 and P-10.
SPECIAL PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS
Most metals except copper and its alloys may be used with vinyl chloride. Copper and its alloys could form explosive
acetylides by reacting with the acetylene impurity in the product.
Teflon庐 is the preferred gasketing material.
OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS
Earth-ground and bond all lines and equipment associated with the vinyl chloride system. Electrical equipment should
be non-sparking or explosion proof. Compressed gas cylinders should not be refilled except by qualified producers of
compressed gases. Shipment of a compressed gas cylinder which has not been filled by the owner or with his (written)
consent is a violation of federal Law (49CFR).
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*Various Government Agencies (i.e. Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration
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and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or use of this product which will not be reflected in this
data sheet. The customer should review these regulations to ensure that he is in full compliance.
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HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TWA DATA: (continued)
(<5 Molar PPM averaged over any period not exceeding 15 minutes) with the prohibition of any personal direct contact
with vinyl chloride liquid and it is classified as a cancer suspect agent.
RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT: (Continued)
Eye Contact: PERSONS WITH POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO VINYL CHLORIDE SHOULD NOT WEAR CONTACT
LENSES.
Flush contaminated eye(s) with copious quantities of water. Part eyelids with fingers to assure complete flushing.
Continue for minium of 15 minutes. An eye specialict should be summoned promptly.
Skin Contact: Flush affected areas with copious quantities of water. Remove affected clothing as rapidly as possible. A
physician should see the patient. Follow the water flush with a soap and water wash.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS: (Continued)
Always secure cylinders in an upright position before transporting them. Never transport cylinders in trunks OT vehicles,
enclosed vans, truck cabs or in passenger compartments. Transport cyclinders secured in open flatbed or in open pick-up
type vehicles.
Vinyl chloride is a toxic chemical and it is subject to the reporting requirements of SARA, Title III, Section 313.
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