ICSC 0319 - PROPANE

PROPANE
(liquefied) (cylinder)

ICSC: 0319
_{Peer-Review Status: 27.11.2003 Validated}

n-Propane

CAS #: 74-98-6 RTECS #: TX2275000
UN #: 1978
EC #: 601-003-00-5
EINECS #: 200-827-9

Formula: C₃H₈ / CH₃CH₂CH₃
Molecular mass: 44.1

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 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. Use non-sparking handtools.	In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.

EXPOSURE
Inhalation	Drowsiness. Unconciousness.	Use closed system or ventilation.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.	Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing.	ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.	Wear face shield.	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! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Remove all ignition sources. Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid.	EC Classification Symbol: F+; R: 12; S: (2)-9-16 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 2.1 GHS Classification

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-20S1978. NFPA Code: H1; F4; R0.	Fireproof. Cool.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS.

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

Chemical dangers

Occupational exposure limits
MAK: 1000 ppm, 1800 mg/m³; Peak limitation category: II(4); Pregnancy risk group: D; (DFG 2006).

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. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: -42°C Melting point: -189.7°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.5 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.007 Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 840 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.6 Flash point: -104°C Auto-ignition temperature: 450°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.1-9.5 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.36

NOTES

Check oxygen content before entering area.
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death.
Card has been partially updated in July 2007: see Occupational Exposure Limits.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       PROPANE (JECFA Evaluation)