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NITROGEN DIOXIDE
(cylinder) 		ICSC: 0930
Peer-Review Status: 05.09.2003 Validated
Nitrogen peroxide 
CAS #: 10102-44-0 RTECS #: QW9800000
UN #: 1067
EC #: 007-002-00-0
EINECS #: 233-272-6
 		    Formula: NO2
Molecular mass: 46.01

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances.  NO contact with combustible substances.  In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. 
EXPLOSION     In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   STRICT HYGIENE!  IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
Inhalation Burning sensation. Sore throat. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Sweating. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Vomiting. Shortness of breath. Weakness. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness. Pain. Skin burns.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. 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. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Remove vapour with fine water spray. Neutralize used water with chalk or soda.   
EC Classification
Symbol: T+; R: 26-34; S: (1/2)-9-26-28-36/37/39-45; Note: 5 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 2.3; UN Subsidiary Risks: 5.1 and 8 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-20S1067.
NFPA Code: H3; F0; R0; OX.  		Ventilation along the floor. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
REDDISH-BROWN GAS OR BROWN OR YELLOW LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air. 

Chemical dangers
The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. Reacts with water. This produces nitric acid and nitric oxide. Attacks many metals in the presence of water. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 3 ppm as TWA; 5 ppm as STEL; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2003).
MAK: Carcinogen category: 3B; (DFG 2008). 

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 corrosive to the skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the gas or vapour may cause lung oedema. See Notes. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the immune system and lungs. This may result in decreased resistance to infection. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 21.2°C
Melting point: -11.2°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.45 (liquid)
Solubility in water: reaction
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 96
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.58   		 

NOTES
The commercial brown liquid under pressure is an equilibrium mixture of nitrogen dioxide and the colourless nitrogen tetroxide.
Non irritant concentration may cause lung oedema.
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.
Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
Card has been partially updated in November 2008: see Occupational Exposure Limits. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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