Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Trade name Ethylene, Ethene ETHYLENE_PG
Code
P110
MSDS#
TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS USA, INC.
Supplier
P O Box 674411 Validation Date 1/1/2008
Houston,Tx. 77267-4411
1/1/2008
Print Date
Ethylene
Synonym
Responsible for Paul Bradley
Ethylene
MSDS Name
Preparation
Olefinic
Chemical Family
In Case of Chemtrec:
74-85-1
CAS Registry Emergency (800) 424-9300
Number
TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS
Simple asphyxiant.
Threshold Limit USA, INC:
Value (800) 322-3462
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Port Arthur: (409) 962-4421
Technical
Information
TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS USA, INC.
Manufacturer
P.O. Box 849
Port Arthur, TX 77641-0849
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
CAS #
Name % by Exposure Limits
Weight
Ethylene 74-85-1 100 Simple asphyxiant.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Gas. (Liquid under pressure)
Physical State and
Appearance
FLAMMABLE GAS. MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Emergency Overview
CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
POTENTIAL SUFFOCATION HAZARD.
POTENTIAL SUFFOCATION GAS REDUCES OXYGEN AVAILABLE FOR BREATHING.
Simple asphyxiant.
Eye contact. Inhalation. Skin contact.
Routes of Entry
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Liquid: freezing burns from direct contact with liquid.
Skin Non-permeator by skin. Liquid: Frostbite, freezing burns from direct contact with liquid.
Inhalation Aspyxia from lack of oxygen. Moderate concentrations may cause headache, drowsiness,
dizziness, excitation, excess salivation, vomiting, and unconsciousness.
Ingestion An unlikely route of exposure.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified NONE by NTP. A4 (Not classifiable for human or
Potential Chronic Health
animal.) by ACGIH, 3 (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not
Effects
available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Medical Conditions
Aggravated by
Overexposure
Not available.
Overexposure
/Signs/Symptoms
See Toxicological Information (Section 11)
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open.
Eye Contact
COLD water may be used.
Remove affected clothing. In case of frostbite, flush with warm water. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact
Do not use hot water!
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation
Since the product is a gas and that it is mostly probable that it will be inhaled more than
Ingestion
ingested, please consider first to look at the preventive measures in case of inhalation.
Notes to Physician Administer 100% humidified supplemental oxygen with assisted ventilation as required.
Carefully evaluate patients with severe or prolonged exposure for neurologic sequelae. Use
rewarming and a variety of topical treatments as indicated for frostbite. Inhalation: symptoms
first occur at the asphyxiant concentration of 33%. Pronounced sysmtoms are noticible at
asphyxiant concentrations of 50 %, and death may occur at asphyxiant concentrations of 75%
or more.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable.
Flammability of the
Product
490掳C (914掳F)
Auto-ignition
Temperature
CLOSED CUP: -136.11掳C (-213掳F). (Tagliabue.).
Flash Points
LOWER: 2.7% UPPER: 36%
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Fire Hazards in Presence Extremely flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, heat, or static. Protect
containers from physical damage and static discharge.
of Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Presence of Various
No specific information is available in our database regarding the product's risks of explosion
Substances
in the presence of various materials.
Flammable gas.
Fire Fighting Media
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO2, alcohol foam or water spray.
and Instructions
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet. Move containing
vessels from fire area if without risk. Cool containing vessels with flooding quantities of water
until well after fire is out. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure
build-up, autoignition or explosion. DO NOT extinguish a leaking gas flame unless leak can be
stopped. Extinguish secondary fire. Handle damaged cylinders with extreme care.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Wear MSHA/NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus or equivalent and full
protective gear.
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Forms explosive mixtures with air. Container may explode in fire. Flashback along vapor trail
Special Remarks on
may occur. May explode if ignited in an enclosed area.
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Try to stop the gaseous leak by taping the container with an appropriate material (tape,
Small Spill and Leak
stretched plastic). Shut off all ignition sources: No flares, flames or smoking in hazard area.
Use water spray to reduce vapors. Isolate area until gas is dispersed.
Flammable gas.
Large Spill and Leak
Let evaporate. If possible, turn leaking container so that gas escapes rather than liquid. DO
NOT direct water at spill or source. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry
into sewers, basements or confined areas. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Be careful that
the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and
with local authorities.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. In case of insufficient ventilation,
Handling
wear suitable respiratory equipment. Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated
place. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids. Ground all equipment
containing material.
Compressed gases should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Ventilation is normally required when handling or using this product.
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Safety glasses with side shields.
Body Flame retardant clothing (FRC) required.
Respiratory A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product at high
concentrations.
Hands If a liquid, then chemical resistant thermal insulating gloves are recommended.
Feet Safety slip proof shoes in areas where spills or leaks can occur.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Chemical resistant thermal insulating gloves. Suggested
Personal Protection in
protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Case of a Large Spill
Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator or equivalent at high concentrations.
Exposure Limits
Product Name
Ethylene Simple asphyxiant.
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Gas. (Liquid under pressure)
Physical State and Mild odor.
Odor
Appearance
Not available.
Taste
28.05 g/mole
Molecular Weight
Colorless gas with a slight sweet
Color
CH2=CH2
Molecular Formula odor
Not applicable.
pH (1% Soln/Water)
-103.89掳C (-155掳F)
Boiling/Condensation
Point
-169掳C (-272.2掳F)
Melting/Freezing Point
9.6掳C (49.3掳F)
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure 30400 mm of Hg (@ 20掳C)
0.98 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
100% (v/v).
Volatility
270 ppm
Odor Threshold
Very high.
Evaporation Rate
100 (%)
VOC
Not available.
Viscosity
The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 1.8
LogKow
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Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
Easily soluble in cold water.
Solubility in Water
No additional remark.
Physical Chemical
Comments
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Unstable @ high temperature/pressure.
Stability and Reactivity
No additional remark.
Conditions of Instability
Extremely reactive or incompatible with oxidizing agents, acids, halogens, chlorine, & AlCl3.
Incompatibility with
Explosive reactions may occur with carbon tetrachloride, bromotrichloromethane,
Various Substances
chlorotrifluoroethylene, & copper. Incompatible with carbon tetrachloride + benzyl peroxide,
ozone, carbon tetrachloride, bromotrichloromethane + benzyl peroxide, ozone, carbon
tetrachloride, bromotrichloromethane + aluminum trichloride, oxides of nitrogen, &
tetrafluoroethylene.
Hazardous Decomposition carbon monoxide & carbon dioxide
Products
Hazardous Polymerization May occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
LD50: Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
LC50: Not available.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified NONE by NTP. A4 (Not classifiable for human or
Chronic Effects on
Humans animal.) by ACGIH, 3 (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC.
The substance is toxic to lungs, skin, eyes.
Non-permeator by skin.
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not a known carcinogen. NTP, IARC, & OSHA: NO
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Special Remarks on Other ACGIH lists ethylene as a simple asphyxiant.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Biodegradation, hydrolysis, bioconcentration, and adsorption are not major processes for
Biodegradable/OECD
ethylene. Pure culture studies suggest that ethylene could be susceptible to microbial
degradation.
Ethylene (gas) is degraded by ozone (half-life of 6.5 days), nitrate radicals (half-life of 190
Mobility
days), or photochemically produced hydroxyl radicals (est. half-life of 1.9 days). Ethylene may
oxidize to ethylene oxide in soil and water. Gas may permeate through soil and sediment due
to its high vapor pressure. Volatilization is the major environmental process in soil and water.
Volatilization half-lives from a model river and a model environmental lake have been
estimated to be 1.6 and 50 hr respectivley.
No additional remark.
Toxicity of the Products of No additional information.
Biodegradation
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on the
Products of
Biodegradation
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
May be disposed of via forced ventilation, with concentration of ethylene maintained below the
Waste Information
range of explosive mixture. Remove tank or cylinder to an open area. Leave to bleed off in
the atmosphere.
Not available.
Waste Stream
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information (for bulk shipments, non-bulk shipments may differ)
DOT CLASS 2.1: Flammable gas.
DOT Classification for
Bulk Shipments (non bulk
shipments may differ)
Ethylene, 2.1, UN1962
DOT Proper Shipping Name
UN1962
UN Number
Not applicable (gas).
Packing Group
Ethylene
USCG Proper
Shipping Name
Not listed in Appendix B to 49CFR172.101
Marine Pollutant
Not listed in Appendix A to 49CFR172.101
Hazardous Substances
Reportable Quantity
See codes as shown in 49CFR172.101column 7
Special Provisions for
Transport
TDG CLASS 2.1: Flammable gas.
TDG Classification
ADR CLASS 2: Flammable gas.
ADR/RID Classification
IMO/IMDG Classification IMDG CLASS 2.1: Flammable gas.
ICAO/IATA Classification IATA CLASS 2.1: Flammable gas.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
HCS CLASS: Flammable gas.
HCS Classification
HCS CLASS: Target organ effects.
TSCA inventory: Ethylene
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: Ethylene
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Ethylene
: Fire hazard, reactive, Sudden release of pressure, Delayed (chronic) health hazard
Clean water act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean water act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
International Regulations
WHMIS (Canada) WHMIS CLASS A: Compressed gas.
WHMIS CLASS B-1: Flammable gas.
WHMIS CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CEPA DSL: Ethylene
Canadian NPRI: Ethylene
Not available.
EINECS
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R12- Extremely flammable.
DSCL (EEC)
International Lists No products were found.
Pennsylvania RTK Hazardous Substances: Ethylene
State Regulations
Florida: Ethylene
Minnesota: Ethylene
Massachusetts Substances: Ethylene
New Jersey: Ethylene
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would
require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Section 16. Other Information
FLAMMABLE GAS. MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Label requirements
CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
POTENTIAL SUFFOCATION HAZARD.
POTENTIAL SUFFOCATION GAS REDUCES OXYGEN AVAILABLE FOR BREATHING.
Simple asphyxiant.
Hazardous Material *1 National Fire
Health
Fire Hazard
4
Information System Protection
4
Fire Hazard
1 2
(U.S.A.) Association Health Reactivity
2
Reactivity
(U.S.A.) Specific Hazard
j
Personal Protection
Hazardous Substance Database Chemtox Database
References
No additional remark.
Other Special
Considerations
Validated by Paul Bradley on 1/1/2008. Verified by Karen Scheel.
Printed 1/1/2008.
Chemtrec:
(800) 424-9300
TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS USA, INC:
(800) 322-3462
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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