HAZARD (GHS) |
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION |
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Extreamly flammable gas / May cause respiratory irritation; or may cause drowsiness or dizziness / harmful to aquatic life / harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath. Warning: suck-back into cylinder may cause rupture. Use back-flow-preventive device in piping. GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator in nonventilated areas and/or for exposure above the TLV or PEL. Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles. WORK PRACTICES Store and use with adequate ventilation. |
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HANDLING Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. STORAGE Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Cylinder temperature should not exceed 125?F (52?C). Incompatible Materials: Mixtures of ethylene and aluminum chloride at 30-60 bar pressure will rapidly heat and explode in the presence of supported nickel catalysts, methyl chloride or nitromethane. The mixing of ethylene with trifluoromethyl hypofluorite in the absence of a diluent results in an explosion. Reaction with chlorine, ozone or nitrogen oxide is explosive. When ethylene is passed over heated lithium incandescence occurs and produces a mixture of lithium hydride and lithium acetylide. When 5A molecular sieves were used to dry a compressed ethylene gas stream, an exothermic reaction took place and caused an explosion. Smaller 3A molecular sieves are not catalytically active toward ethylene SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Contents under pressure. |
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PERSONAL PRECAUTION PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL Evacuate area and keep personnel upwind. Shut off all sources of ignition. Shut off leak if there is no risk. PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. |
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Suitable: Use water spray or fog nozzle to keep cylinder cool. Move cylinder away from fire if there is no risk. SPECIAL RISKS Specific Hazard(s): Extremely flammable. Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Explosion Hazards: May form explosive mixtures with air Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. Container explosion may occur under fire conditions. SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. SPECIFIC METHOD(S) OF FIRE FIGHTING Do not extinguish burning gas if flow cannot be shut off immediately. Use water spray or fog nozzle to keep cylinder cool. Move cylinder away from fire if there is no risk. |
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AFTER INHALATION If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. AFTER SKIN CONTACT In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. AFTER EYE CONTACT Contamination of the eyes should be treated by immediate and prolonged irrigation with copious amounts of water. Assure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers. AFTER INGESTION If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician. |