Material Safety Data Sheet
Product
Date
Version
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Inertec55 (IG-55)
December-04
1
Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company
Trade Name
Manufacturer
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Emergency Phone Number
Fax Number
E-mail
Website
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Inertec55 (IG-55)
Steel Recon Industries Sdn Bhd
No.8 Jalan Subang 7, Taman Perindustrian Subang,
47610 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia,
+603-8023 2323
+603-8023 2828
info@sri.com.my
http://www.sri.com.my
Composition / Information on ingredients
Chemical Formula
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Gas mixture with : -
50% - 52% Vol of Nitrogen (N2)
48% - 50% Vol of Argon (Ar)
Components / Impurities
the
:
Contains no components or impurities which will influence
classification of the product.
Water < 10ppm, Oxygen < 10ppm in base components.
Hazards Identification
For human
:
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation.
Compressed gas.
For environment
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- none –
First Aid Measure
Inhalation
:
May cause asphyxiation at high concentrations. Symptoms
may include loss
of mobility or consciousness. Victim may not be aware of
asphyxiation. Remove victim to an uncontaminated area,
wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm
and at rest. If necessary seek medical assistance. Apply
artificial respiration if breathing has stopped.
Skin or Eye contact
discharge.
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None. However, avoid direct contact of high pressure gas
Ingestion
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Not an expected route of exposure.
Extinguishing Media
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Nonflammable gases. No extinguisher required.
Precautions
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Although the gas cylinders are equipped with pressure and
Fire Fighting Measures
temperature relief devices, they should be protected / removed
from high temperatures or fire to avoid risk of rupture.
Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precaution
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Evacuate Area.
Do not enter without self-contained breathing apparatus until
the area is thoroughly ventilated.
Environmental Precautions
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N.A.
Clean up methods
Storage and Handling
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Ventilate area.
Storage
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To be stored only in original containers and in a well
ventilated area.
Prevent containers from heating over 50oC.
Handling
gas cylinders are
:
Make sure containers and connections are tight. Compressed
heavy and contain considerable stored energy. Use suitable
equipment and handle with caution.
Exposure controls / personal protection
Respiratory
a self-contained
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If oxygen level is below 10% vol, or in case of long exposure
breathing apparatus is necessary.
Hand Protection
that have just
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Wear protective gloves especially when handling containers
discharged as they are very cold.
Body protection
:
Wear safety shoes
Chemical properties
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Form :
Colour :
Odour :
Physical properties
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Molecular weight
Melting Point
Boiling Point
Critical temperature
Relative density gas
Solubility in water
Ignition temperature
Other data
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Do not expose compressed gas cylinders to increase heat,
Physical and Chemical Properties
Compressed Gas
Colourless gas
Odourless gas
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33.95
-199.7 oC
-190.1 oC
-134.7 oC
Heavier than air
Negligible
N.A.
Non Flammable
Stability and Reactivity
Conditions to avoid
danger of cylinder
rupture or bursting!
Stability
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Stable under normal conditions
Reactivity
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Materials to avoid
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Decomposition Products :
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No toxicological effects from this product. However it can
N.A.
N.A.
Toxicological Information
Toxicological
cause asphyxiation
in high concentrations.
Ecological Information
Degradability
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N.A., Atmospheric gases
Environmental Impact Rating
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N.A., Atmospheric gases
Acute aquatic toxicity
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N.A., Atmospheric gases
Ozone Depleting Potential
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N.A., Atmospheric gases
Global Warming Potential
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N.A., Atmospheric gases
General
constitute
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Nitrogen and Argon are natural components of air. Nitrogen
approximately 78% and Argon approximately 0.9% of the
earth's atmosphere.
Disposal Considerations
Product
regulations.
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Dispose off in Compliance with local, state and national
UN No
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1081
Class / Div
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2.2
Emergency Action Code
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None specified
ADR / RID ITEM No.1
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2.1a
IMDG page
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2141
IMO
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EMS 2 – 04
ADR / RID Hazard No.
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Not specified
Labeling ADR
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Non flammable non-toxic gas
Other Transport information
separated from the
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Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not
Transport Information
a.
b.
c.
d.
driver's compartment. Ensure vehicle driver is aware of the
potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in an
emergency. Before transporting product containers ensure:
transport cap is fitted.
valve outlet is properly fitted with a cap or plug.
adequate ventilation
compliance with local regulations.
Regulatory Information
Number in annex 1 of Dir.67/548
EC Classification
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Not classified as a dangerous substance
EC Labeling Symbols
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Compressed gas
Risk phrases
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Asphyxiates in high concentrations
Safety phrases
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Do not breathe the gas
Keep containers in a well-ventilated area.
Other information
The hazard of asphyxiation is often overlooked and must be stressed during operator training.
Disclaimer
DETAILS IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT AT PRESENT BUT DO NOT
PURPORT TO BE ALL INCLUSIVE AND SHALL BE USED ONLY AS A GUIDE. STEEL RECON
INDUSTRIES SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM
HANDLING OR FROM CONTACT WITH THE ABOVE PRODUCT.