Acetylene MSDS
Acetylene MSDS
Acetylene MSDS
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Product identifier
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Acetylene
CAS-No. : 74-86-2
Product code : CA-1001-05235
Formula : C2H2
Synonyms : Ethyne / Acetylene, dissolved / Acetylene (liquefied) / Ethine
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Recommended use : Welding and soldering products, flux products
1.3. Supplier
Air Liquide Canada Inc.
1250, René Lévesque West Blvd. Suite 1700
H3B 5E6 Montreal, QC - Canada
T 1-800-817-7697
www.airliquide.ca
GHS02 GHS04
Signal word (GHS-CA) : Danger
3.2. Mixtures
Not applicable
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing apparatus. Keep
victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation if breathing
stopped.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Adverse effects not expected from this product.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Adverse effects not expected from this product.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Adverse effects not expected from this product.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Adverse effects not expected from this product.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
Symptoms/effects upon intravenous : Not known.
administration
Chronic symptoms : Adverse effects not expected from this product.
Most important symptoms and effects, both : In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may include loss of
acute and delayed mobility/consciousness. Victim may not be aware of asphyxiation. In low concentrations may
cause narcotic effects. Symptoms may include dizziness, headache, nausea and loss of co-
ordination.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Other medical advice or treatment : Obtain medical assistance.
Specific methods : Use fire control measures appropriate for the surrounding fire. Exposure to fire and heat
radiation may cause gas receptacles to rupture. Cool endangered receptacles with water spray
jet from a protected position. Prevent water used in emergency cases from entering sewers and
drainage systems. If possible, stop flow of product. Use water spray or fog to knock down fire
fumes if possible. Do not extinguish a leaking gas flame unless absolutely necessary.
Spontaneous/explosive re-ignition may occur. Extinguish any other fire. Continue water spray
from protected position until container stays cool.
Special protective equipment for fire fighters : In confined space use self-contained breathing apparatus. Standard protective clothing and
equipment (e.g, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) for fire fighters. Standard EN 469 -
Protective clothing for firefighters. Standard - EN 659: Protective gloves for firefighters.
Standard EN 137 - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with full
face mask.
Hand protection:
Wear working gloves when handling gas containers. Standard EN 388 - Protective gloves against mechanical risk.
Eye protection:
Wear safety glasses with side shields. Standard EN 166 - Personal eye-protection - specifications
Respiratory protection:
None necessary.
Acetylene ( \f )74-86-2
LC50 inhalation rat (ppm) 820000 ppm/4h
ATE CA (gases) 820000.00000000 ppmv/4h
Acetylene (74-86-2)
Hydrocarbon Yes
TDG Special Provisions : 38 - A person must not handle, offer for transport or transport these dangerous goods in a large
means of containment if they are in direct contact with the large means of containment.
SOR/2014-306
Explosive Limit and Limited Quantity Index : 0
Passenger Carrying Ship Index : 75 kg
Excepted quantities (TDG) : E0
Passenger Carrying Road Vehicle or Passenger : Forbidden
Carrying Railway Vehicle Index
DOT Special Provisions (49 CFR 172.102) : N86 - UN pressure receptacles made of aluminum alloy are not authorized.
N88 - Any metal part of a UN pressure receptacle in contact with the contents may not contain
more than 65% copper, with a tolerance of 1%.
DOT Packaging Exceptions (49 CFR 173.xxx) : None
DOT Packaging Non Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 303
DOT Packaging Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : None
DOT Quantity Limitations Passenger aircraft/rail : Forbidden
(49 CFR 173.27)
DOT Quantity Limitations Cargo aircraft only (49 : 15 kg
CFR 175.75)
DOT Vessel Stowage Location : D - The material must be stowed ‘‘on deck only’’ on a cargo vessel and on a passenger vessel
carrying a number of passengers limited to not more than the larger of 25 passengers or one
passenger per each 3 m of overall vessel length, but the material is prohibited on passenger
vessels in which the limiting number of passengers is exceeded.
DOT Vessel Stowage Other : 25 - Shade from radiant heat,40 - Stow ‘‘clear of living quarters’’,57 - Stow ‘‘separated from’’
chlorine
Special transport precautions : 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 there is adequate ventilation. - Ensure that containers are firmly secured. - Ensure
cylinder valve is closed and not leaking. - Ensure valve outlet cap nut or plug (where provided)
is correctly fitted. - Ensure valve protection device (where provided) is correctly fitted.
Other information : No supplementary information available.
Training advice : Ensure operators understand the flammability hazard. The hazard of asphyxiation is often
overlooked and must be stressed during operator training.
Other information : This Safety Data Sheet has been established in accordance with the applicable European
Union legislation.
Full text of H-statements:
------ H220 Extremely flammable gas
------ H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
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AND AT THEIR SOLE RISKS AND DISCRETION. THE INFORMATION, RECOMMENDATIONS AND DATA HEREIN CONTAINED ARE DERIVED FROM SOURCES WHICH WE BELIEVE TO BE
RELIABLE. HOWEVER, AIR LIQUIDE CANADA INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION AND GIVES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THEIR ACCURACY OR
COMPLETENESS AND ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES OR LOSS ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THEIR USE, WHETHER PROPER OR IMPROPER.