Issue Date 24-Feb-2015 Revision Date 01-Feb-2018 , Version 2
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OXYGEN, COMPRESSED
Safety Data Sheet
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1. IDENTIFICATION
Product identifier
Product Name OXYGEN, COMPRESSED
Other means of identification
Safety data sheet number LIND-P097
UN/ID no. UN1072
Trade name MAPAX® O
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Recommended Use Industrial and professional use. Medical. Food and Beverage.
Uses advised against Consumer use
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Linde Gas North America LLC - Linde Merchant Production Inc. - Linde LLC
200 Somerset Corporate Blvd, Suite 7000
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Phone: 908-464-8100
www.lindeus.com
Linde Gas Puerto Rico, Inc.
Road 869, Km 1.8
Barrio Palmas, Catano, PR 00962
Phone: 787-641-7445
www.pr.lindegas.com
Linde Canada Limited
5860 Chedworth Way
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 0A2
Phone: 905-501-2500/905-501-1700
www.lindecanada.com
* May include subsidiaries or affiliate companies/divisions.
For additional product information contact your local customer service.
Emergency telephone number
Company Phone Number +1 800-232-4726 (Linde National Operations Center, US)
+1 905-501-0802 (Canada)
CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 (North America) +1-703-527-3887 (International)
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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
OSHA Regulatory Status
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Oxidizing gases Category 1
Gases under pressure Compressed gas
Label elements
Signal word Danger
Hazard Statements
May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Precautionary Statements - Prevention
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
Keep and store away from clothing and other combustible materials
Keep valves and fittings free from grease and oil
Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place
Use a backflow preventive device in piping
Use only equipment of compatible materials of construction and rated for cylinder pressure
Use only with equipment cleaned for oxygen service
Open valve slowly
Close valve after each use and when empty
Precautionary Statements - Response
In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so
Precautionary Statements - Storage
Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125°F
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
Not applicable
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS No. Volume % Chemical Formula
OXYGEN 7782-44-7 >99 O2
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
General advice Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air. Seek immediate medical attention/advice.
Skin contact None under normal use. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Eye contact None under normal use. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Ingestion Not an expected route of exposure.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms Oxygen is not acutely toxic under normal pressure. Oxygen is more toxic when inhaled at elevated
pressures. Depending upon pressure and duration of exposure, pure oxygen at elevated pressures
may cause cramps, dizziness, difficulty breathing, convulsions, edema and death.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Note to physicians Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media None.
Specific extinguishing methods
Continue to cool fire exposed cylinders until flames are extinguished. Damaged cylinders should be handled only by specialists.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. Will support and accelerate combustion of combustible materials (wood, paper, oil, debris, etc). Cylinders
may rupture under extreme heat.
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
Monitor oxygen level. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions Prevent spreading of vapors through sewers, ventilation systems and confined areas.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for containment Stop the flow of gas or remove cylinder to outdoor location if this can be done without risk. If leak is
in container or container valve, contact the appropriate emergency telephone number in Section 1
or call your closest Linde location.
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Methods for cleaning up Return cylinder to Linde or an authorized distributor.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling Keep valves and fittings free from grease and oil. Use only equipment of compatible materials of
construction. Open valve slowly. "NO SMOKING" signs should be posted in storage and use areas.
Separate flammable gas cylinders from oxygen and other oxidizers by a minimum distance of 20 ft.
or by a 5 ft. high barrier with a minimum fire resistance rating of a half an hour. Dry product is
non-corrosive and may be used with all materials of construction. Moisture causes metal oxides
which are formed with air to be hydrated so that they include volume and lose their protective role
(rust formation). Concentrations of SO 2 , Cl 2 , salt, etc. in the moisture enhances the rusting of
metals in air. Carbon steels and low alloy steels are acceptable for use at lower pressures. For high
pressure applications stainless steels are acceptable as are copper and its alloys, nickel and its
alloys, brass bronze, silicon alloys, Monel®, Inconel®, and beryllium. Lead and silver or lead tin
alloys are good gasket materials. Teflon®, Teflon® composites, or Kel-F® are preferred
non-metallic gasket materials. Oxygen should not be used as a substitute for compressed air in
pneumatic equipment since they generally contain flammable lubricants. Equipment able to use
oxygen must be "cleaned for oxygen service". Check with the equipment supplier to verify oxygen
compatibility for the service conditions.
Protect cylinders from physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide or drop. When moving cylinders,
even for short distance, use a cart designed to transport cylinders. Never attempt to lift a cylinder
by its valve protection cap. Never insert an object (e.g. wrench, screwdriver, pry bar,etc.) into valve
cap openings. Doing so may damage valve, causing leak to occur. Use an adjustable strap wrench to
remove over-tight or rusted caps. Use only with adequate ventilation. Use only with equipment
rated for cylinder pressure. Use a backflow preventive device in piping. Close valve after each use
and when empty. If user experiences any difficulty operating cylinder valve discontinue use and
contact supplier.
Never put cylinders into trunks of cars or unventilated areas of passenger vehicles. Never attempt
to refill a compressed gas cylinder without the owner's written consent. Never strike an arc on a
compressed gas cylinder or make a cylinder a part of an electrical circuit. Ensure the complete gas
system has been checked for leaks before use.
Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle gases under pressure. Always
store and handle compressed gas cylinders in accordance with Compressed Gas Association,
pamphlet CGA-P1, Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers.
For additional recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Association's Pamphlets SB-7, G-4.3,
G-4.1, G-4.4, P-2.5, G-4.9, P-14, and SB-2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage Conditions Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area of non-combustible construction away from heavily
trafficked areas and emergency exits. Keep at temperatures below 52°C / 125°F. Cylinders should
be stored upright with valve protection cap in place and firmly secured to prevent falling. Full and
empty cylinders should be segregrated. Use a "first in-first out" inventory system to prevent full
cylinders from being stored for excessive periods of time. Stored containers should be periodically
checked for general condition and leakage. Do not store near combustible materials
Incompatible materials Reducing agents. Combustible material. Organic material. Oil. Grease.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
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Exposure Guidelines This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure
limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies
Appropriate engineering controls
Engineering Controls Ventilation systems. Use local exhaust in combination with general ventilation as necessary to keep
oxygen concentrations below 23.5%. Consider installation of leak detection systems in areas of use
and storage. Systems under pressure should be regularly checked for leakages.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).
Skin and body protection Work gloves and safety shoes are recommended when handling cylinders. Gloves must be clean
and free from grease or oil.
Respiratory protection No special protective equipment required.
General Hygiene Considerations Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state Gas
Appearance Colorless.
Odor Odorless.
Odor threshold No information available
pH Not applicable
Melting/freezing point -218.8 °C / -361.8 °F
Evaporation rate Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas) See Section 5.
Lower flammability limit: Not applicable
Upper flammability limit: Not applicable
Flash point Not applicable
Autoignition temperature No data available
Decomposition temperature No data available
Oxidizing properties Oxidizer
Water solubility Slightly soluble
Partition coefficient 0.65
Kinematic viscosity Not applicable
Chemical Name Molecular weight Boiling Vapor Pressure Vapor density (air Gas Density Critical
point/range =1) kg/m3@20°C Temperature
OXYGEN 31.99 -182.9 °C Above critical 1.11 1.331 -118.6 °C
temperature
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
Not reactive under normal conditions
Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
Explosion data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact None.
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Sensitivity to Static Discharge None.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. Will support and accelerate combustion of combustible materials (wood, paper, oil, debris, etc).
Conditions to avoid
None under recommended storage and handling conditions (see Section 7).
Incompatible materials
Reducing agents. Combustible material. Organic material. Oil. Grease.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation Symptoms of overexposure are dizziness, headache, tiredness, nausea, unconsciousness, cessation
of breathing.
Poisoning began in dogs 36 hours after inhalation of pure oxygen at atmospheric pressure. Distress
was seen within 48 hours and death within 60 hours.
Skin contact No data available.
Eye contact The incompletely developed retinal circulation is more susceptible to toxic levels of oxygen. In
premature infants, arterial oxygen tension above 150 mm Hg may cause retrolental fibroplasia.
Permanent blindness may occur several months later. One case of severe retinal damage in an adult
was reported. An individual suffering from myasthenia gravis developed irreversible retinal
atrophy after breathing 80% oxygen for 150 days.
Ingestion Not an expected route of exposure.
Information on toxicological effects
Symptoms Oxygen is not acutely toxic under normal pressure. Oxygen is more toxic when inhaled at elevated
pressures. Depending upon pressure and duration of exposure, pure oxygen at elevated pressures
may cause cramps, dizziness, difficulty breathing, convulsions, edema and death.
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Irritation Not classified.
Sensitization Not classified.
Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified.
Carcinogenicity This product does not contain any carcinogens or potential carcinogens listed by OSHA, IARC or NTP.
Reproductive toxicity Not classified.
STOT - single exposure Not classified.
STOT - repeated exposure Not classified.
Chronic toxicity Prolonged inhalation of high oxygen concentrations (>75%) may affect coordination, attention,
and cause tiredness of respiratory irritation.
Aspiration hazard Not applicable.
Numerical measures of toxicity
Product Information
Oral LD50 No information available
Dermal LD50 No information available
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Inhalation LC50 No information available
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Will not bioconcentrate.
Persistence and degradability
Not applicable.
Bioaccumulation
Will not bioconcentrate.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods
Disposal of wastes 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 Linde for proper disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
UN/ID no. UN1072
Proper shipping name Oxygen, compressed
Hazard Class 2.2
Subsidiary class 5.1
Special Provisions A14, 110
Description UN1072, Oxygen, compressed, 2.2 (5.1)
Emergency Response Guide Number 122
TDG
UN/ID no. UN1072
Proper shipping name Oxygen, compressed
Hazard Class 2.2
Subsidiary class 5.1
Description UN1072, Oxygen, compressed, 2.2 (5.1)
IATA
UN/ID no. UN1072
Proper shipping name Oxygen, compressed
Hazard Class 2.2
Subsidiary hazard class 5.1
ERG Code 2X
Description UN1072, Oxygen, compressed, 2.2 (5.1)
IMDG
UN/ID no. UN1072
Hazard Class 2.2
Subsidiary hazard class 5.1
EmS-No. F-C, S-W
Special Provisions 355
Description UN1072, Oxygen, compressed, 2.2 (5.1)
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories
TSCA Complies
DSL/NDSL Complies
EINECS/ELINCS Complies
Legend:
TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances/European List of Notified Chemical Substances
US Federal Regulations
SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any chemicals
which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
Should this product meet EPCRA 311/312 reporting criteria at 40 CFR 370, refer to Section 2 of this SDS for appropriate classifications.
CERCLA
This material, as supplied, does not contain any substances regulated as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302) or the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) (40 CFR 355).
There may be specific reporting requirements at the local, regional, or state level pertaining to releases of this material.
Clean Air Act, Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) (see 40 CFR 61)
This product does not contain any substances regulated as hazardous air pollutants (HAPS) under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act Amendments
of 1990.
CWA (Clean Water Act)
This product does not contain any substances regulated as pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40 CFR 122.42)
Risk and Process Safety Management Programs
This material, as supplied, does not contain any regulated substances with specified thresholds under 40 CFR Part 68. This product does not
contain any substances regulated as Highly Hazardous Chemicals pursuant to the 29 CFR Part 1910.110.
US State Regulations
California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations
Chemical Name New Jersey Massachusetts Pennsylvania
Oxygen X X X
7782-44-7
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NFPA Health hazards 0 Flammability 0 Instability 0 Physical and Chemical
Properties OX
Note: Ratings were assigned in accordance with Compressed Gas Association (CGA) guidelines as published in CGA Pamphlet P-19-2009, CGA Recommended
Hazard Ratings for Compressed Gases, 3rd Edition.
Issue Date 24-Feb-2015
Revision Date 01-Feb-2018
Revision Note SDS sections updated; 15
LIND-P097
General Disclaimer
For terms and conditions, including limitation of liability, please refer to the purchase agreement in effect between Linde LLC, Linde
Merchant Production, Inc. or Linde Gas North America LLC (or any of their affiliates and subsidiaries) and the purchaser.
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's 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).
End of Safety Data Sheet
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