OXYGEN
ICSC: 0138 |
O2 Molecular mass: 32.0 (cylinder) ICSC # 0138 | CAS # 7782-44-7 RTECS # RS2060000 UN # 1072 EC # 008-001-00-8 October 20, 1999 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with flammable substances. | In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. |
EXPLOSION | In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. | ||
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INHALATION | Cough. Dizziness. Sore throat. Visual disturbance. See Notes. | Refer for medical attention. | |
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EYES | Safety goggles. | ||
INGESTION |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Ventilation. | Fireproof. Separated from combustible and reducing substances. Cool. | O symbol R: 8 S: 2-17 UN Hazard Class: 2.2 UN Subsidiary Risks: 5.1 | ||
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Inhalation symptoms are characteristic of exposure to extremely high concentrations only. See also ICSC0880 Oxygen refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquid). Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections Physical properties, Emergency Response.
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