SAFETY DATA SHEET

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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Product name: Chlorine

Additional identification
Chemical name: chlorine

Chemical formula: Cl2

INDEX No. 017-001-00-7
CAS-No. 7782-50-5
EC No. 231-959-5
REACH Registration No. 01-2119486560-35

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses: Industrial and professional. Perform risk assessment prior to use.
Bleaching agent.
Use as an Intermediate (transported, on-site isolated).
Use for electronic component manufacture.
Use of gas to manufacture pharmaceutical products.
Using gas alone or in mixtures for the calibration of analysis equipment.
Using gas as feedstock in chemical processes.
Using gas for metal treatment.
Water treatment.
Formulation of mixtures with gas in pressure receptacles.
Biocidal uses.
Uses advised against Consumer use.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Supplier
BOC Telephone: 0800 111 333
Priestley Road, Worsley
M28 2UT Manchester

E-mail: [email protected]

1.4 Emergency telephone number: 0800 111 333

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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended.

T; R23 Xi; R36/37/38 N; R50 O; R8

The full text for all R-phrases is displayed in section 16.

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended.

Physical Hazards
Oxidising gases Category 1 H270: May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser.

Gases under pressure Liquefied gas H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if
heated.

Health Hazards
Acute toxicity (Inhalation - gas) Category 2 H330: Fatal if inhaled.
Skin irritation Category 2 H315: Causes skin irritation.
Serious eye irritation Category 2 H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
Environmental Hazards
Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1 H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
environment

2.2 Label Elements

Contains: chlorine

Signal Words: Danger

Hazard Statement(s): H270: May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser.

H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H330: Fatal if inhaled.
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

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Precautionary Statement
Prevention: P220: Keep/Store away from combustible materials.
P244: Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease.
P260: Do not breathe gas/vapours.
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face
protection.

Response: P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/

P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P304+P340+P315: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep
comfortable for breathing. Get immediate medical advice/attention.
P305+P351+P338+P315: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Get immediate medical advice/attention.
P370+P376: In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.

Storage: P403: Store in a well-ventilated place.

P405: Store locked up.

Disposal: None.

Supplemental label information

EUH071: Corrosive to the respiratory tract.

2.3 Other hazards: Contact with evaporating liquid may cause frostbite or freezing of skin.

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SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances

Chemical name chlorine

INDEX No.: 017-001-00-7
CAS-No.: 7782-50-5
EC No.: 231-959-5
REACH Registration No.: 01-2119486560-35
Purity: 100%
The purity of the substance in this section is used for classification only, and does
not represent the actual purity of the substance as supplied, for which other
documentation should be consulted.
Trade name: -

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures

General: Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing

apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if
breathing stopped. Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained
breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial
respiration if breathing stopped.

4.1 Description of first aid measures

Inhalation: Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing
apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if
breathing stopped. Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained
breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial
respiration if breathing stopped.

Eye contact: Rinse the eye with water immediately. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
to do. Continue rinsing. Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Get
immediate medical assistance. If medical assistance is not immediately available,
flush an additional 15 minutes. Rinse the eye with water immediately. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Flush thoroughly with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical assistance. If medical
assistance is not immediately available, flush an additional 15 minutes.

Skin Contact: Contact with evaporating liquid may cause frostbite or freezing of skin.
Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Contact with evaporating
liquid may cause frostbite or freezing of skin.

Ingestion: Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure. Ingestion is not

considered a potential route of exposure.

4.2 Most important symptoms and May be fatal if inhaled. Contact with liquefied gas can cause damage (frostbite)
effects, both acute and due to rapid evaporative cooling. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
delayed: Contact with liquefied gas can cause damage (frostbite) due to rapid evaporative
cooling. May be fatal if inhaled.

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4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Hazards: May be fatal if inhaled. Contact with liquefied gas can cause damage (frostbite)
due to rapid evaporative cooling. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Contact with liquefied gas can cause damage (frostbite) due to rapid evaporative
cooling. May be fatal if inhaled.

Treatment: Treat with a corticosteroid spray as soon as possible after inhalation. Thaw frosted
parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area. Get immediate medical
advice/attention. Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected
area. Get immediate medical advice/attention. Treat with a corticosteroid spray as
soon as possible after inhalation.

SECTION 5: Firefighting Measures

General Fire Hazards: Heat may cause the containers to explode.

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: Use water spray to reduce vapours or divert vapour cloud drift. Water Spray or Fog.
Dry powder. Foam. Carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing None.

media:

5.2 Special hazards arising from the Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition products. Supports
substance or mixture: combustion.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special fire fighting In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so. Use of water may result in the formation
procedures: of very toxic aqueous solutions. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water
sources. Dyke for water control. Continue water spray from protected position
until container stays cool. Use extinguishants to contain the fire. Isolate the source
of the fire or let it burn out.

Special protective equipment Gas tight chemically protective clothing (Type 1) in combination with self
for firefighters: contained breathing apparatus.
Guideline: EN 943-2 Protective clothing against liquid and gaseous chemicals,
aerosols and solid particles. Performance requirements for gas-tight (Type 1)
chemical protective suits for emergency teams (ET)

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures

6.1 Personal precautions, Evacuate area. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Provide adequate
protective equipment and ventilation. Monitor the concentration of the released product. Prevent from
emergency procedures: entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation
can be dangerous. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area
unless atmosphere is proved to be safe. EN 137 Respiratory protective devices -
Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with full face
mask - Requirements, testing, marking.

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6.2 Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Reduce vapour with fog or fine
water spray. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dyke for water
control.

6.3 Methods and material for Provide adequate ventilation. Wash contaminated equipment or sites of leaks
containment and cleaning up: with copious quantities of water.

6.4 Reference to other sections: Refer to sections 8 and 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage:

7.1 Precautions for safe handling: Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle gases under
pressure. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Use only
properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure
and temperature. Keep equipment free from oil and grease. Open valve slowly to
avoid pressure shock. Use only oxygen approved lubricants and sealants. Use only
with equipment cleaned for oxygen service and rated for the pressure. Installation
of a cross purge assembly between the container and the regulator is
recommended. Excess pressure must be vented through an appropriate scrubber
system. Refer to supplier's handling instructions. The substance must be handled
in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Protect
containers from physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide or drop. Do not remove or
deface labels provided by the supplier for the identification of the container
contents. When moving containers, even for short distances, use appropriate
equipment eg. trolley, hand truck, fork truck etc. Secure cylinders in an upright
position at all times, close all valves when not in use. Provide adequate
ventilation. Suck back of water into the container must be prevented. Do not allow
backfeed into the container. Avoid suckback of water, acid and alkalis. Keep
container below 50C in a well ventilated place. Observe all regulations and local
requirements regarding storage of containers. When using do not eat, drink or
smoke. Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international
regulations. Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to raise the
pressure of a container. Leave valve protection caps in place until the container
has been secured against either a wall or bench or placed in a container stand and
is ready for use. Damaged valves should be reported immediately to the supplier
Close container valve after each use and when empty, even if still connected to
equipment. Never attempt to repair or modify container valves or safety relief
devices. Replace valve outlet caps or plugs and container caps where supplied as
soon as container is disconnected from equipment. Keep container valve outlets
clean and free from contaminates particularly oil and water. If user experiences
any difficulty operating container valve discontinue use and contact supplier.
Never attempt to transfer gases from one container to another. Container valve
guards or caps should be in place.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, Containers should not be stored in conditions likely to encourage corrosion. Keep
including any incompatibilities: away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Stored containers should be
periodically checked for general conditions and leakage. Container valve guards
or caps should be in place. Store containers in location free from fire risk and away
from sources of heat and ignition. Keep away from combustible material. Avoid
asphalted locations for storage, transfer and use (ignition risk if spilt). Segregate
from flammable gases and other flammable materials being stored.

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7.3 Specific end use(s): None.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

8.1 Control Parameters

Occupational Exposure Limits
Chemical name type Exposure Limit Values Source
chlorine STEL 0.5 ppm 1.5 mg/m3 UK. EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits
(WELs) (12 2011)
STEL 0.5 ppm 1.5 mg/m3 EU. Indicative Exposure Limit Values in
Directives 91/322/EEC, 2000/39/EC,
2006/15/EC, 2009/161/EU (12 2009)

DNEL-Values
Critical component type Value Remarks
chlorine Worker - inhalative, long- 0.75 -
term - systemic mg/m3
Worker - inhalative, short- 1.5 mg/m3 -
term - systemic
Worker - inhalative, long- 0.75 -
term - local mg/m3
Worker - inhalative, short- 1.5 mg/m3 -
term - local
Worker - dermal, long-term - 0.5 % wt -
local

PNEC-Values
Critical component type Value Remarks
chlorine Aquatic (freshwater) 0.21 g/l -
Sewage treatment plant 0.03 mg/l -
Aquatic (intermit. releases) 0.26 g/l -
Aquatic (marine water) 0.042 g/l -

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering Consider a work permit system e.g. for maintenance activities. Ensure adequate
controls: air ventilation. Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Keep
concentrations well below occupational exposure limits. Gas detectors should be
used when toxic quantities may be released. Gas detectors should be used when
quantities of oxidising gases may be released. Avoid oxygen rich (>23,5%)
atmospheres. Systems under pressure should be regularly checked for leakages.
Product to be handled in a closed system and under strictly controlled conditions.
Use only permanent leak tight installations (e.g. welded pipes). Do not eat, drink
or smoke when using the product.

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Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

General information: A risk assessment should be conducted and documented in each work area to
assess the risks related to the use of the product and to select the PPE that
matches the relevant risk. The following recommendations should be considered.
Keep self contained breathing apparatus readily available for emergency use.
Keep suitable chemically resistant protective clothing readily available for
emergency use. Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected
based on the task being performed and the risks involved. Protect eyes, face and
skin from contact with product. Refer to local regulations for restriction of
emissions to the atmosphere. See section 13 for specific methods for waste gas
treatment.

Eye/face protection: Safety eyewear, goggles or face-shield to EN166 should be used to avoid
exposure to liquid splashes. Wear eye protection to EN 166 when using gases.
Guideline: EN 166 Personal Eye Protection.

Skin protection
Hand Protection: Wear working gloves while handling containers
Guideline: EN 388 Protective gloves against mechanical risks.
Chemically resistant gloves complying with EN 374 should be worn at all times
when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.
Guideline: EN 374-1/2/3 Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-
organisms.
For short term use:
Material: Chloroprene rubber.
Break-through time: > 30 min
Glove thickness: 0.4 mm
For long term use:
Material: Fluoroelastomer.
Break-through time: > 480 min
Glove thickness: 0.7 mm

Body protection: No special precautions.

Other: Wear safety shoes while handling containers

Guideline: ISO 20345 Personal protective equipment - Safety footwear.

Respiratory Protection: Reference should be made to European Standard EN 689 for methods for the
assessment of exposure by inhalation to chemical agents and national guidance
documents for methods for the determination of hazardous substances. The
selection of the Respiratory Protective Device (RPD) must be based on known or
anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working
limits of the selected RPD.
Material: Filter B
Guideline: EN 14387 Respiratory protective devices. Gas filter(s) and combined
filter(s). Requirements, testing, marking.
Guideline: EN 136 Respiratory protective devices. Full face masks. Requirements,
testing, marking.

Thermal hazards: No precautionary measures are necessary.

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Hygiene measures: Obtain special instructions before use. Specific risk management measures are not
required beyond good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Do not eat, drink
or smoke when using the product.

Environmental exposure For waste disposal, see section 13.

controls:

SECTION 9: Physical And Chemical Properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance
Physical state: Gas
Form: Liquefied gas
Colour: Greenish yellow
Odour: Pungent irritating odour.
Odour Threshold: Odour threshold is subjective and is inadequate to warn of over
exposure.
pH: If dissolved in water pH-value will be affected.
Melting Point: -101 C
Boiling Point: -34.04 C
Sublimation Point: not applicable.
Critical Temp. (C): 144.0 C
Flash Point: Not applicable to gases and gas mixtures.
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable to gases and gas mixtures.
Flammability (solid, gas): Nonflammable Gas, but a strong oxidiser
Flammability limit - upper (%): not applicable.
Flammability limit - lower(%): not applicable.
Vapour pressure: 777.2556 kPa (25 C)
Vapour density (air=1): 2.5
Relative density: No data available.
Solubility(ies)
Solubility in Water: 5.1 g/l (30 C)
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not known.
Autoignition Temperature: not applicable.
Decomposition Temperature: Not known.
Viscosity
Kinematic viscosity: No data available.
Dynamic viscosity: No data available.
Explosive properties: Not applicable.
Oxidising Properties: Oxidising

9.2 Other information: Gas/vapour heavier than air. May accumulate in confined
spaces, particularly at or below ground level.
Molecular weight: 70.91 g/mol (Cl2)

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity

10.1 Reactivity: No reactivity hazard other than the effects described in sub-section below.

10.2 Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.

10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Violently oxidises organic material. May react violently with combustible
Reactions: materials. May react violently with reducing agents.

10.4 Conditions to Avoid: Avoid moisture in the installation.

10.5 Incompatible Materials: Moisture. Combustible materials Reducing Agents. Keep equipment free from oil
and grease. For material compatibility see latest version of ISO-11114. Consider
the potential toxicity hazard due to the presence of chlorinated or fluorinated
polymers in high pressure (>30 bar) oxygen lines and equipment in case of
combustion.

10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products
Products: should not be produced.

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information

General information: None.

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity - Oral

Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Acute toxicity - Dermal

Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Acute toxicity - Inhalation

Product Fatal if inhaled.

chlorine LC 50 (Rat, 4 h): 146.5 ppm Remarks: Delayed fatal pulmonary oedema possible.

Skin Corrosion/Irritation
Product Causes skin irritation.

chlorine in vivo (Guinea pig; Rabbit): Slightly irritating.

Severely irritating to skin.
in vivo (Guinea pig; Rabbit): Slightly irritating.

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation

Product Causes serious eye irritation.

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chlorine Severely irritating to eyes.

Respiratory or Skin Sensitisation

Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Germ Cell Mutagenicity

Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Carcinogenicity
Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Reproductive toxicity
Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure

Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

chlorine Severe corrosion to the respiratory tract at high concentrations.

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure

Product Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Aspiration Hazard
Product Not applicable to gases and gas mixtures..

SECTION 12: Ecological Information

General information: Avoid release to the environment. Product is not allowed to be discharged into
ground water or the aquatic environment.

12.1 Toxicity

Acute toxicity
Product Very toxic to aquatic life.

Acute toxicity - Fish

chlorine LC 50 (Fish, 96 h): 0.032 mg/l

Acute toxicity - Aquatic Invertebrates

chlorine LC 50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna), 48 h): 0.15 mg/l (Static) Remarks: Mortality

Toxicity to microorganisms
chlorine EC 50 (Algae (Scenedesmus subspicatus), 72 h): 0.001 mg/l

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Additional ecological information

None.

12.2 Persistence and Degradability

Product Not applicable to gases and gas mixtures..

Biodegradation
Inorganic The product is not readily biodegradable.

12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential

Product The substance has no potential for bioaccumulation.

12.4 Mobility in Soil

Product The substance has low mobility in soil.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB

assessment
Product Not classified as PBT or vPvB.

12.6 Other Adverse Effects:

Other Ecological Information

May cause pH changes in aqueous ecological systems. Depending on local
conditions and existing concentrations, disturbances in the biodegradation process
of activated sludge are possible.

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

General information: Must not be discharged to atmosphere. Consult supplier for specific
recommendations.

Disposal methods: Refer to the EIGA code of practice (Doc.30 "Disposal of Gases", downloadable at
http://www.eiga.org) for more guidance on suitable disposal methods. Dispose
of container via supplier only. Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to
national, state, or local laws.

European Waste Codes

Container: 16 05 04*: gases in pressure containers (including halons) containing
dangerous substances

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SECTION 14: Transport Information

ADR
14.1 UN Number: UN 1017
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name: CHLORINE
14.3 Transport Hazard Class(es)
Class: 2
Label(s): 2.3, 5.1, 8
Hazard No. (ADR): 265
Tunnel restriction code: (C/D)
Emergency Action Code: 2XE
14.4 Packing Group:
14.5 Environmental hazards: Environmentally Hazardous
14.6 Special precautions for user:

RID
14.1 UN Number: UN 1017
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name CHLORINE
14.3 Transport Hazard Class(es)
Class: 2
Label(s): 2.3, 5.1, 8
14.4 Packing Group:
14.5 Environmental hazards: Environmentally Hazardous
14.6 Special precautions for user:

IMDG
14.1 UN Number: UN 1017
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name: CHLORINE
14.3 Transport Hazard Class(es)
Class: 2.3
Label(s): 2.3, 5.1, 8
EmS No.: F-C, S-U
14.3 Packing Group:
14.5 Environmental hazards: P
14.6 Special precautions for user:

IATA
14.1 UN Number: UN 1017
14.2 Proper Shipping Name: Chlorine
14.3 Transport Hazard Class(es):
Class: 2.3
Label(s):
14.4 Packing Group:
14.5 Environmental hazards: Environmentally Hazardous
14.6 Special precautions for user:
Other information
Passenger and cargo aircraft: Forbidden.
Cargo aircraft only: Forbidden.

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code: not applicable

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Additional identification: Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated from
the driver's compartment. Ensure vehicle driver is aware of the potential
hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event of an accident or
an emergency. Before transporting product containers ensure that they
are firmly secured. Ensure that the container valve is closed and not
leaking. Container valve guards or caps should be in place. Ensure
adequate air ventilation.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture:

EU Regulations

Directive 96/61/EC: concerning integrated pollution prevention and control (IPPC): Article 15, European
Pollution Emission Registry (EPER):

Chemical name CAS-No. Concentration

chlorine 7782-50-5 100%

Directive 96/82/EC (Seveso II): on the control of major accident hazards involving dangerous substances:

Chemical name CAS-No. Concentration

chlorine 7782-50-5 100%

Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work:

Chemical name CAS-No. Concentration

chlorine 7782-50-5 100%

National Regulations

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999 No. 3242). The
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (2005 No. 1541). Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH, 2002 No. 2677). Provision and Use of Work
Equipment Regulations (PUWER, 1998 No. 2306). Personal Protective Equipment
Regulations (1992 No. 2966). Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations (COMAH,
2015 No. 483). Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR, 2000 No. 128). Only
products that comply with the food regulations (EC) No. 1333/2008 and (EU) No.
231/2012 and are labelled as such may be used as food additives.
This Safety Data Sheet has been produced to comply with Regulation (EU) 453/2010.

15.2 Chemical safety assessment: CSA has been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other Information

Revision Information: Not relevant.

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Key literature references and Various sources of data have been used in the compilation of this SDS, they include
sources for data: but are not exclusive to:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Diseases Registry (ATSDR)
(http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/).
European Chemical Agency: Guidance on the Compilation of Safety Data Sheets.
European Chemical Agency: Information on Registered Substances
http://apps.echa.europa.eu/registered/registered-sub.aspx#search
European Industrial Gases Association (EIGA) Doc. 169 Classification and Labelling
guide.
International Programme on Chemical Safety (http://www.inchem.org/)
ISO 10156:2010 Gases and gas mixtures - Determination of fire potential and
oxidizing ability for the selection of cylinder valve outlets.
Matheson Gas Data Book, 7th Edition.
National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Standard Reference Database
Number 69.
The ESIS (European chemical Substances 5 Information System) platform of the
former European Chemicals Bureau (ECB) ESIS (http://ecb.jrc.ec.europa.eu/esis/).
The European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC) ERICards.
United States of Americas National Library of Medicines toxicology data network
TOXNET (http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/index.html)
Threshold Limit Values (TLV) from the American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH).
Substance specific information from suppliers.
Details given in this document are believed to be correct at the time of publication.
EH40 (as amended) Workplace exposure limits.

Wording of the R-phrases and H-statements in sections 2 and 3

H270 May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser.
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
R23 Toxic by inhalation.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.

Training information: Users of breathing apparatus must be trained. Ensure operators understand the
toxicity hazard. Ensure operators understand the hazards.

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended.

Ox. Gas 1, H270
Press. Gas Liq. Gas, H280
Acute Tox. 2, H330
Skin Irrit. 2, H315
Eye Irrit. 2, H319
Aquatic Acute 1, H400

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Issue Date: 16.01.2013 Version: 1. 0 SDS No.: 000010021781
Last revised date: 08.10.2015 16/16

Other information: Before using this product in any new process or experiment, a thorough material
compatibility and safety study should be carried out. Ensure adequate air ventilation.
Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. Whilst proper care has been
taken in the preparation of this document, no liability for injury or damage resulting
from its use can be accepted. Note: When the Product Name appears in the SDS
header the decimal sign and its position comply with rules for the structure and
drafting of international standards, and is a comma on the line. As an example 2,000
is two (to three decimal places) and not two thousand, whilst 1.000 is one thousand
and not one (to three decimal places).

Last revised date: 08.10.2015

Disclaimer: This information is provided without warranty. The information is believed to be
correct. This information should be used to make an independent determination of
the methods to safeguard workers and the environment.

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