PT. UNIGAS ENERGI BATAM
Komplek Lytech Industrial Park Blok C2 No.3A, Batam Centre, Batam - Indonesia
Telp : 0823 1588 5828 / 0851 0012 1945 Email : unigas.sales@gmail.com
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION: 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
1.1 PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Chemical Name
Chemical Formula
Other means of identification
:
:
:
Nitrogen
N2
Dinitrogen, Refrigerant R728, Nitrogen, Medipure Nitrogen,
Extendapak Nitrogen, Nitrogen - Diving Grade
1.2
RECOMMENDED USE AND RESTRICTIONS ON USE
Recommended uses and restrictions
:
Industrial use
Medical applications
Food applications
Diving Gas (Underwater Breathing)
1.3 DETAILS OF THE SUPPLIER OF SAFETY DATA SHEET
Company
:
PT. UNIGAS ENERGI BATAM
Komplek Lytech Industrial Blok C2 No. 3A
Batam Centre, Batam , Kepri, Indonesia 29444
+62 851 0012 1945
SECTION: 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
2.1 MAIN HAZARDS
All cylinders are portable gas containers, and must be regarded as pressure vessels at all times. Nitrogen does not
support life. It can act as a simple asphyxiant by diluting the concentration of oxygen in air below the levels necessary to
support life.
2.2 ADVERSE HEALTH EFFECTS
Inhalation of nitrogen in excessive concentrations can result in dizziness, nausea, vomiting, loss of consciousness and
death.
2.3 CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Nitrogen is relatively inert to most materials under ordinary conditions. It becomes more reactive at elevated
temperatures, and combines with hydrogen, oxygen and some metals.
2.4 BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS
No known effect
2.5 VAPOUR INHALATION
As nitrogen acts as a simple asphyxiant death may result from errors in judgement, confusion, or loss of consciousness
which prevents self-rescue. At low oxygen concentrations, unconsciousness and death may occur in seconds without
warning.
2.6 LABEL ELEMENT
Hazard pictograms
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Komplek Lytech Industrial Park Blok C2 No.3A, Batam Centre, Batam - Indonesia
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Hazard Statements
:
Precautionary statements
:
CONTAINS GAS UNDER PRESSURE; MAY EXPLODE IF HEATED
MAY DISPLACE OXYGEN AND CAUSE RAPID SUFFOCATION
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and
understood
Use and store only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C
Use a back flow preventive device in the piping
Close valve after each use and when empty
Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure
SECTION: 3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Name
Nitrogen
Product Identifier
CAS No. 7727-37-9
%
99.995
SECTION: 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 DESCRIPTION OF FIRST AID MEASURES
First-aid measures after inhalation
:
First-aid measures after skin contact
First-aid measures after eye contact
:
:
First-aid measures after ingestion
:
Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable
for breathing. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, trained personnel should give oxygen. Call a
physician.
Adverse effects not expected from this product.
Adverse effects not expected from this product. In case of eye
irritation: Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Consult an
ophthalmologist if irritation persists.
Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
4.2 MOST IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS, BOTH ACUTE AND DELAYED
No additional information available.
SECTION: 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable extinguishing media
:
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
5.2 SPECIAL HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE
Reactivity
:
Under certain conditions, nitrogen can react violently with
lithium, neodymium, titanium (above 1472°F/800°C), and
magnesium to form nitrides. At high temperature, it can also
combine with oxygen and hydrogen.
5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
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Nitrogen is lighter than air and disperses rapidly in the atmosphere. Care should be taken when entering a potentially
oxygen-deficient environment. If possible, ventilate the affected area.
5.4 SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND PRECAUTIONS FOR FIRE-FIGHTERS
Firefighting instructions
:
Evacuate all personnel from the danger area. Use self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective clothing. Immediately
cool containers with water from maximum distance. Stop flow of
gas if safe to do so, while continuing cooling water spray. Remove
ignition sources if safe to do so. Remove containers from area of
fire if safe to do so.
Protection during firefighting
:
Compressed gas asphyxiant.Suffocation hazard by lack of oxygen.
Special protective equipment for fire fighters :
Standard protective clothing and equipment (Self Contained
Breathing Apparatus) for fire fighters.
Specific methods
:
Use fire control measures appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Exposure to fire and heat radiation may cause gas containers to
rupture. Cool endangered containers with water spray jet from a
protected position. Prevent water used in emergency cases from
entering sewers and drainage systems.
Stop flow of product if safe to do so.
Use water spray or fog to knock down fire fumes if possible.
SECTION: 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
General measures
:
Evacuate area. Ensure adequate air ventilation. Wear selfcontained breathing apparatus when entering area unless
atmosphere is proven to be safe. Stop leak if safe to do so.
6.2 ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Nitrogen does not pose a hazard to the environment.
SECTION: 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
Precautions for safe handling
:
Do not allow cylinders to slide or come into contact with sharp
edges. Protect cylinders from physical damage; do not drag, roll,
slide or drop. Never attempt to lift a cylinder by its cap; the cap is
intended solely to protect the valve. Never insert an object (e.g,
wrench, screwdriver, pry bar) into cap openings; doing so may
damage the valve and cause a leak. Use an adjustable strap
wrench to remove over-tight or rusted caps. Slowly open the
valve. If the valve is hard to open, discontinue use and contact
your supplier. Close the container valve after each use; keep
closed even when empty. Never apply flame or localized heat
directly to any part of the container. High temperatures may
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damage the container and could cause the pressure relief device
to fail prematurely, venting the container contents.
Safe use of the product
:
The suitability of this product as a component in underwater
breathing gas mixtures is to be determined by or under the
supervision of personnel experienced in the use of underwater
breathing gas mixtures and familiar with the physiological
effects, methods employed, frequency and duration of use,
hazards, side effects, and precautions to be taken.
7.2 CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE, INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATILBILITES
Storage conditions
:
Prevent dirt, grit of any sort, oil or any other lubricant from
entering the cylinder valves, and store cylinders well clear of any
corrosive influence, e.g. battery acid. Store full and empty
containers separately. Use a first-in, first-out inventory system to
prevent storing full containers for long periods
SECTION: 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE HAZARDS
As nitrogen is a simple asphyxiant, avoid any areas where spillage has taken place. Only enter once testing has proved the
atmosphere to be safe.
8.2 ENGINEERING CONTROL MEASURES
Engineering control measures are preferred to reduce exposure to Oxygen-depleted atmospheres. General methods
include forceddraught ventilation, separate from other exhaust ventilation systems. Ensure that sufficient fresh air enters
at, or near floor level.
8.3 PERSONAL PROTECTION
Self-contained breathing apparatus should always be worn when entering area where oxygen depletion may have
occurred. Safety goggles, gloves and shoes or boots should be worn when handling cylinders.
SECTION: 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 INFORMATION ON BASIC PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state
:
Gas
Appearance
:
Colorless gas
Molecular mass
:
28g/mol
Color
:
Colorless
Odor
:
No odour warning properties
Melting point
:
-210 °C
Boiling point
:
-195.8 °C
Critical temperature
:
-149.9 °C
Critical pressure
:
3390 kPa
Density
:
1.16 kg/m³
Relative density
:
0.97
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Solubility
Oxidizing properties
9.2 OTHER INFORMATION
Gas Group
Additional information
:
:
Water: 20 mg/l
None
:
:
Compressed gas
None
10.1 REACTIVITY
:
10.2 CHEMICAL STABILITY
10.3 POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS
10.4 CONDITIONS TO AVOID
:
:
:
10.5 INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS
:
Under certain conditions, nitrogen can react violently with
lithium, neodymium, titanium (above 1472°F/800°C), and
magnesium to form nitrides. At high temperature, it can also
combine with oxygen and hydrogen.
Stable under normal conditions
May occur
None under recommended storage and handling conditions
(section 7)
As Nitrogen is inert it may be contained in systems constructed
of any of the common metals which have been designed to
safely withstand the pressures involved.
None
SECTION: 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.6 HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS :
SECTION: 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 INFORMATION ON TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Acute toxicity
:
Skin corrosion/irritation
:
Serious eye damage/irritation
:
Respiratory or skin sensitization
:
Germ cell mutagenicity
:
Carcinogenicity
:
Reproductive toxicity
:
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) :
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure):
Aspiration hazard
:
Not classified
Not classified
pH: Not applicable
Not classified
pH: Not applicable
Not classified
Not classified
Not classified
Not classified
Not classified
Not classified
Not classified
SECTION: 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Nitrogen is lighter than air and can cause pockets of oxygen depleted atmosphere in low-lying areas. It does not pose a
hazard to the ecology.
SECTION: 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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13.1 DISPOSAL METHODS
Small amounts may be blown to atmosphere under controlled conditions. Large amounts should only be handled by gas
supplier.
13.2 DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING
The disposal of containers must only be handled by the gas supplier.
SECTION: 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
In accordance with DOT
Transport document description
UN-No.(DOT)
Class (DOT)
Proper Shipping Name (DOT)
Explosive Limit and Limited Quantity Index
Hazard labels (DOT)
:
:
:
:
:
:
UN1066 Nitrogen, compressed, 2.2
UN1066
2.2 - Class 2.2 - Non-flammable compressed gas
Argon, compressed
0.125 L
2.2 - Non-flammable gas
SEA TRANSPORTATION
IMDG 1066
Class 2.2
Label Non-flammable Gas
AIR TRANSPORTATION
ICAO/IATA Code 1066
Class Non-flammable
Packaging group 2.2
Packaging instructions
- Cargo 200
- Passenger 200
Maximum quantity allowed
- Cargo 150kg
- Passenger 75kg
SECTION: 15. OTHER INFORMATION
When you mix two or more chemicals, you can create additional, unexpected hazards. Obtain and evaluate the safety
information for each component before you produce the mixture. Consult an industrial hygienist or other trained person
when you evaluate the end product. Before using any plastics, confirm their compatibility with this product.
SECTION: 16. PUBLICATION & EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY
Date of publication: Wed, 02 January 2019. Information contained in this publication is accurate at the date of
publication. The company does not accept liability arising from the use of this information, or the use, application,
adaptation or process of any products described herein.
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