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HYDROGEN SULFIDE
(cylinder) 		ICSC: 0165
Peer-Review Status: 10.04.2000 Validated
Sulfur hydride 
CAS #: 7783-06-4 RTECS #: MX1225000
UN #: 1053
EC #: 016-001-00-4
EINECS #: 231-977-3
 		    Formula: H2S
Molecular mass: 34.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Extremely flammable.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out. In other cases extinguish with water spray, powder, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION Gas/air mixtures are explosive.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling.  In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   AVOID ALL CONTACT!  IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
Inhalation Headache. Dizziness. Cough. Sore throat. Nausea. Laboured breathing. Unconciousness. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. No mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.  Cold-insulating gloves.  ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.   

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Remove gas with fine water spray.   
EC Classification
Symbol: F+, T+, N; R: 12-26-50; S: (1/2)-9-16-36-38-45-61 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 2.3; UN Subsidiary Risks: 2.1 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-20G2TF or 20S1053.
NFPA Code: H4; F4; R0.  		Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Install continous monitoring system with alarm. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR OF ROTTEN EGGS. 

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated. 

Chemical dangers
Heating may cause violent combustion or explosion. Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic gases of sulfur oxides. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks many metals and some plastics. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 10 ppm as TWA; 15 ppm as STEL; (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: 5 ppm, 7.1 mg/m³; Peak limitation category: II(2); Pregnancy risk group: C; (DFG 2006). 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure could cause unconsciousness. Exposure could cause death. Inhalation of of this gas may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: -60°C
Melting point: -85°C
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.5
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.19
Flash point: Flammable gas
Auto-ignition temperature: 260°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 4.3-46  		The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
The substance blocks the sense of smell.
The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient.
Card has been partly updated in October 2004.
See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Hydrogen sulfide (EHC 19, 1981)