MSDS: Argon Liquid

Part 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

SUBSTANCE: ARGON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID (CRYOGENIC LIQUID)

TRADE NAMES/SYNONYMS: ARGON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID; ARGON, CRYOGENIC LIQUID; ARGON; STCC 4904503; UN 1951; AR; RTECS CF2300000

CHEMICAL FAMILY: non-metallic

COMPANY: PT ANEKA GAS INDUSTRI

Wisma 77 Lt.6 Jl. S. Parman Kav.77,

Jakarta Barat 11410

PHONE: 62-21 53670071

Creation date: 12 December 2005

Part 2: Composition, Information on ingredients

COMPONENT: ARGON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID (CRYOGENIC LIQUID)

CAS NUMBER: 7440-37-1

EC NUMBER (EINECS): 231-147-0

PERCENTAGE: 100.0

Part 3: Hazards Identifications

NFPA RATINGS (SCALE 0-4): HEALTH=3 FIRE=0 REACTIVITY=0

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Odorless, tasteless, colorless liquified gas.

MAJOR HEALTH HAZARDS: difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL HAZARDS: Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tingling sensation, suffocation, convulsions, coma

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects

SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: blisters, frostbite

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

EYE CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: frostbite, blurred vision

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

INGESTION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: frostbite

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

CARCINOGEN STATUS: OSHA: No NTP: No IARC: No

Part 4: First Aid Measures

INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. Get immediate medical attention.

SKIN CONTACT: If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of lukewarm water (105-115 F; 41-46 C).

DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get immediate medical attention.

EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with plenty of water.

INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen.

Part 5: Fire Fighting Measures

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Negligible fire hazard. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire.

FIRE FIGHTING: Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Stay away from the ends of tanks. For tank, rail car or tank truck, evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile). Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Do not get water directly on material. Avoid inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas.

Part 6: Accidental Release Measures

OCCUPATIONAL RELEASE: Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Ventilate closed spaces before entering.

Part 7: Handling and Storage

STORAGE: Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Subject to storage regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101

Part 8: Exposure Controls, Personal Protection

EXPOSURE LIMITS: ARGON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID (CRYOGENIC LIQUID): ARGON: ACGIH (simple asphyxiant)

VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust ventilation system. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits.

EYE PROTECTION: For the gas: Eye protection not required, but recommended. For the liquid: Wear splash resistant safety goggles. Contact lenses should not be worn. Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.

CLOTHING: For the gas: Protective clothing is not required. For the liquid: Wear appropriate protective, cold insulating clothing.

GLOVES: Wear insulated gloves.

RESPIRATOR: Under conditions of frequent use or heavy exposure, respiratory protection may be needed. Respiratory protection is ranked in order from minimum to maximum. Consider warning properties before use. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with full facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece.

Part 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Odorless, tasteless, colorless liquified gas.

MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 39.848 MOLECULAR FORMULA:

AR BOILING POINT: -303 F (-186 C)

FREEZING POINT: -308 F (-189 C)

VAPOR PRESSURE: 500 mmHg @ -190 C

VAPOR DENSITY (air=1): 1.380

SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water=1): 1.40 @ -186 C

WATER SOLUBILITY: 3.36% @ 20 C

PH: Not applicable

VOLATILITY: Not applicable

ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available

EVAPORATION RATE: Not applicable

VISCOSITY: 0.283 cP @ -189 C

COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: Not applicable

Part 10: Stability and Reactivity

REACTIVITY: Stable at normal temperatures and pressure. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Protect from physical damage and heat. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat. Avoid contact with water or moisture. INCOMPATIBILITIES: ARGON: No data available. POLYMERIZATION: Will not polymerize.

Part 11: Toxicological Information

HEALTH EFFECTS: INHALATION: ARGON: See information on simple asphyxiants.

ACUTE EXPOSURE: SIMPLE ASPHYXIANTS: The symptoms of asphyxia depend on the rapidity with which the oxygen deficiency develops and how long it continues. In sudden acute asphyxia, unconsciousness may be immediate. With slow development there may be rapid respiration and pulse, air hunger, dizziness, reduced awareness, tightness in the head, tingling sensations, incoordination, faulty judgement, emotional instability, and rapid fatigue. As the asphyxia progresses, nausea, vomiting, collapse, unconsciousness, convulsions, deep coma and death are possible.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: SIMPLE ASPHYXIANTS: No data available.

SKIN CONTACT: ACUTE EXPOSURE: ARGON: No adverse effects have been reported from the gas. Due to rapid evaporation, the cryogenic liquid may cause frostbite with redness, tingling and pain or numbness. In more severe cases, the skin may become hard and white and develop blisters.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: ARGON: No data available.

EYE CONTACT: ACUTE EXPOSURE: ARGON: No adverse effects have been reported from the gas. Due to evaporation, the cryogenic liquid may cause frostbite with redness, pain, and blurred vision.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: ARGON: No data available.

INGESTION: ACUTE EXPOSURE: ARGON: Ingestion of a gas is unlikely. If the cryogenic liquid is swallowed, frostbite damage to the lips, mouth and mucous membranes may occur.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: ARGON: No data available.

Part 12: Ecological Information

Not available

Part 13: Disposal Consideration

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

Part 14: Transport Information

U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Argon, refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquid)

ID NUMBER: UN1951

HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.2

LABELING REQUIREMENTS: Nonflammable gas

PACKAGING AUTHORIZATIONS: EXCEPTIONS: 49

CFR 173.320 NON-BULK PACKAGING: 49

CFR 173.316 BULK PACKAGING: 49

CFR 173.318 QUANTITY LIMITATIONS: PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR: 50 kg CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY: 500 kg

LAND TRANSPORT ADR/RID: SUBSTANCE NAME: Argon, deeply-refrigerated/Argon, refrigerated liquid

UN NUMBER: UN1951 ADR/RID CLASS: 2

ITEM NUMBER: 7(a)/3A

WARNING SIGN/LABEL: 2/2; 13

HAZARD ID NUMBER: 22

AIR TRANSPORT IATA/ICAO: PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Argon, refrigerated liquid

UN/ID NUMBER: UN1951

IATA/ICAO CLASS: 2.2

LABEL: Nonflammable gas

MARITIME TRANSPORT IMDG: CORRECT TECHNICAL NAME: Argon, refrigerated liquid

UN/ID NUMBER: UN1951

IMDG CLASS: 2(2.2)

EmS No.: 2-12

MFAG Table No.: 620

IMDG CODE PAGE: 2105

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