NITROGEN (COMPRESSED GAS) | ICSC: 1198 (March 1999) |
CAS #: 7727-37-9 |
UN #: 1066 |
EC Number: 231-783-9 |
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 | Unconsciousness. Weakness. Suffocation. See Notes. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
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Eyes | |||
Ingestion |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Ventilation. Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof if in building. Cool. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
NITROGEN (COMPRESSED GAS) | ICSC: 1198 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: N2 |
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. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations