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METHANE
(cylinder) 		ICSC: 0291
Peer-Review Status: 10.02.2000 Validated
Methyl hydride 
CAS #: 74-82-8 RTECS #: PA1490000
UN #: 1971
EC #: 601-001-00-4
EINECS #: 200-812-7
 		    Formula: CH4
Molecular mass: 16.0

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. Use non-sparking handtools.  In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. 
 
EXPOSURE      
Inhalation Suffocation. See Notes.  Use ventilation. Use breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. 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 ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion      

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Consult an expert! Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. NEVER direct water jet on liquid.   
EC Classification
Symbol: F+; R: 12; S: (2)-9-16-33 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 2.1 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-20G1F.
NFPA Code: H1; F4; R0.  		Fireproof. Cool. Ventilation along the floor and ceiling. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS ODOURLESS COMPRESSED OR LIQUEFIED GAS. 

Physical dangers
The gas is lighter than air. 

Chemical dangers
 

Occupational exposure limits
 

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

Inhalation risk
On loss of containment this substance can cause suffocation by lowering the oxygen content of the air in confined areas. 

Effects of short-term exposure
Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: -161°C
Melting point: -183°C
Solubility in water, ml/100ml at 20°C: 3.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 0.6
Flash point: Flammable gas
Auto-ignition temperature: 537°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 5-15
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.09   		 

NOTES
Density of the liquid at boiling point: 0.42 kg/l.
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death.
Check oxygen content before entering area.
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
After use for welding, turn valve off; regularly check tubing, etc., and test for leaks with soap and water.
The measures mentioned in section PREVENTION are applicable to production, filling of cylinders, and storage of the gas.
Other UN number: 1972 (refridgerated liquid), Hazard class: 2.1.
Card has been partly updated in October 2005.
See section Emergency Response. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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