Material Safety Data Sheet Compressed gas Carbon Dioxide 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Trade name Article type Supplier Street address Carbon Dioxide Compressed gas for professional use MOBIAK S.A. 96-98 Markou Botsari Str., Chania, Crete P.C.: 73136 Tel.: +30 28210 91561 / 91661 Fax: +30 28210 91644 Email: info@mobiak.gr 2. HAZARDOUS PROPERTIES Information about dangerous properties High concentrations can cause suffocation. Compressed gas. The product is classified as non hazardous. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance additional information CAS: 124-38-9: Carbon dioxide 100% 4. FIRST AID MEASURES First aid in case of ingestion First aid in case of inhalation Not considered as a potential route of exposure. High concentrations can cause suffocation. Symptoms can include paralysis/unconsciousness. Suffocation can happen without prior warning. Remove victim to fresh air. Use compressed air with separate container. Keep victim warm and at peace. Call for doctor. Give assisted respiration if breathing stops.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Specific hazards Suitable extinguishing media Special protective equipment for fire-fighters Measures in case of fire Additional information in case of fire Contact with fire can cause bursting/explosion of bottle. Any extinguishing media can be used. In closed spaces, use compressed-air apparatus with separate container. If possible, stop leak of the product. Move to a safe distance from the bottle and cool it with water from a protected place. The product is not inflammable. Hazardous combustion products: None. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Measures for spill management Decontamination instruction Personal precautions Stop any leaks to environment, sewages, basements, pits or other locations where gas concentrations may be a hazard. Ventilate the area. Evacuate the area. Ensure sufficient ventilation. Use compressed-air apparatus with separate container in the risk zone until out of danger. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Preventive handling precautions Handling Storage Flow back of water in the bottle must be avoided. Use only correct, specified equipment for this products, its pressure and temperature. Contact the gas supplier in cases of uncertainty. Consult the suppliers instructions for handling of gas bottles. Handle with care. Avoid jolting, friction, and impact. Use only in well ventilated areas. Store container in a secured area. Limit access to authorized personnel only. Report any incidents involving thefts, misuse, or inventory shortages to law enforcement and the supplier. Security shall be provided in accordance with all local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Do not expose cylinder to temperatures higher than 50 C (122 F) Information about storage in one common storage facility: Sources of ignition should be removed from storage area. Further information about storage conditions: Keep cylinder valve tightly closed. Store cylinder in a well ventilated area.
Store in accordance with local fire code and/or building code or any pertaining regulations. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal protection Ensure adequate ventilation. Carry working gloves and protection shoes while handling gas cylinders. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES General Information Molecular formula:co2 Molecular weight: 44.0095 g/mol Form: Gaseous Color: Colorless Odor: Odorless Change in condition Melting point/melting range: -56.6 C Boiling point/boiling range: -78 C Flash point: Not applicable. Vapour Presure 57.249 hpa at20 C Vapour Density 1,52(Air = 1.0) Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard. 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Additional information Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications. Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known. Dangerous products of decomposition: No dangerous decomposition products known.. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Additional information about toxicity Acute toxicity Primary irritant effect: on the skin: No irritating effect. on the eye: No irritating effect. Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. Additional toxicological information: When used and handled according to specifications,
our experience and the information provided to us. The substance is not subject to classification. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Additional instructions Generally not hazardous for water. 13. WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste management Product: Recommendation: Unused product should be returned Uncleaned packagings: Recommendation: Cylinder and unused product should be returned to vendor. cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Recommended cleansing agent: None applicable. 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION ADR/RID Class 2 Classification Code 2A UN 1013, CARBON DIOXIDE, 2.2, (C/E) Hazard number 20 Packing Instruction P200 IMDG Class 2 UN 1013 Compressed Gas, n.o.s. Packing Instruction P200
IATA Class 2.2 UN 1013 Compressed Gas, n.o.s. Packing Instruction P200 Other transport information Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated from the driver's compartment. Ensure vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event of an accident or an emergency. Before transporting product containers ensure that they are firmly secured and: - cylinder valve is closed and not leaking - valve outlet cap nut or plug (where provided) is correctly fitted - valve protection device (where provided) is correctly fitted - there is adequate ventilation. - compliance with applicable regulations. 15. REGULATIONS Product related hazard informations: Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals. The substance is not subject to classification according to the sources of literature known to us. Safety phrases: Keep container tightly closed in a cool place. 16 OTHER INFORMATION The hazard of asphyxiation is often overlooked and must be stressed during operator training. Before using this product in any new process or experiment, a thorough material compatibility and safety study should be carried out. Advice Whilst proper care has been taken in the preparation of this document, no liability for injury or damage resulting from its use can be accepted. Details given in this document are believed to be correct at the time of going to press.