XENON | ICSC: 0609 (November 2007) |
CAS #: 7440-63-3 |
UN #: 2036 |
EC Number: 231-172-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Dizziness. Lethargy. Headache. Suffocation. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell. |
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 safety goggles or face shield. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. |
According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof if in building. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
XENON | ICSC: 0609 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: Xe |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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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. Other UN number 2591, Xenon, refrigerated liquid, hazard class 2.2. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations