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OFI TESTING EQUIPMENT, INC.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I - PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
CARBON DIOXIDE GAS
Chemical Name:
CO2 CARTRIDGES
Trade Name:
143-05
OFI Part No.
Carbonic anhydride, carbonic acid gas
Chemical Family:
OFI Testing Equipment, Inc.
Manufacturer:
1006 West 34th Street
Houston, TX 77018 U.S.A.
(713) 880-9885
In Case of Emergency Spills,
In the USA, call INFOTRAC at 1-800-535-5053 day or night
Leaks, Fire, Exposure or
Outside the USA, call collect, (352) 323-3500
Accident:
SECTION II - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: Carbon Dioxide is colorless. At low concentrations, the gas is odorless. At higher
concentrations it has a sharp, acidic odor. It will act as an asphyxiant and an irritant. Carbon
Dioxide is a powerful cerebral dilator. At concentrations between 2 and 10%, Carbon Dioxide
can cause nausea, dizziness, headache, mental confusion, increased blood pressure and
respiratory rate. Above 8% nausea and vomiting appear. Above 10%, suffocation and death
can occur within minutes. Contact with the cold gas can cause freezing of exposed tissue.
Moisture in the air can lead to formation of carbonic acid that can irritate the eyes. All forms of
Carbon Dioxide are noncombustible. Carbon Dioxide is heavier than air and should not be
allowed to accumulate in low lying areas.
May Cause Rapid Respiration, Muscular Incoordination, Fatigue, Nausea and Vomiting and
Inhalation:
Unconsciousness.
Ingestion: No Information Found.
Skin: Pressure drop Through Valves and Piping may Cause Extreme Cold and Frostbite on Contact.
Eye Contact: No Information Found.
Chronic Exposure: No Information Found.
SECTION III - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS # CHEMICAL NAME
Carbon Dioxide > 99.0%
124-38-9
SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Immediately Remove Victim to Fresh Air. If Breathing has Stopped, Give Artificial Respiration. If
Breathing is Difficult, Give Oxygen and Get Medical Attention.
Ingestion: No Information Found.
Skin: If Frostbite Occurs, Flush Affected Areas with Lukewarm Water. Do Not Use Hot Water. Get
Medical Attention.
No Information Found.
Eyes:
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire: Not Considered to be a Fire Hazard. Non-Flammable Gas.
Explosion: Not Considered to be an Explosion Hazard. Cartridge Rupture may Occur Under Fire Conditions.
Use What is Appropriate for Surrounding Fire.
Fire Extinguishing Media: In the Event of Fire, Wear Full Protective Clothing and NIOSH-Approved Self-Contained
Special Information: Breathing Apparatus with Full Facepiece Operated in the Pressure Demand or Other Positive
Pressure Mode. Keep Cartridges Cool with Water Spray.
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ventilate Area of Leak or Spill. Wear Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as Specified in
Section 7. Shut Off Source if Possible and Remove Source of Heat. Remove Leaking Cylinder to
Exhaust Hood or Safe Outdoor Area if This can be Done Safely.
SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in well Ventilated Areas and Away from Heat. Protect Containers from Physical Damage.
Do Not Deface Cylinders or Labels. Cylinders should be Refilled by Qualified Producers of
Compressed Gas.
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SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation System: A System of Local and/or General Exhaust is Recommended to Keep Employee Exposures
Below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local Exhaust Ventilation is Generally Preferred Because it
can Control the Emissions of the Contaminant at its Source, Preventing Dispersion of it into the
General Work Area.
Airborne Exposure Limits: ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV), 5000 ppm, OSHA (PEL) 5000 ppm, (STEL) 30,000.
Personal Respirators: Use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus in Case of Emergency or Non-Routine Use.
(NIOSH APPROVED)
Skin Protection: Loose Fitting Gloves or Impermeable Material, Such as Leather, When Working with Cold Liquid,
Solid or Vapor.
Use Safety Glasses.
Eye Protection:
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Colorless / Odorless
Appearance / Odor:
87.8 @ 68 0F (v/v) in water.
Solubility:
Gas
Density:
No Information Found
pH:
No Information Found
% Volatiles by Vol.:
No Information Found
Melting Point:
Sublimes - 109.3 0C
Boiling Point:
1.53
Vapor Density (Air=1):
816 psig @ 20 0C
Vapor Pressure (mmHg):
SECTION X - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
General Reactivity: Stable Under Ordinary Conditions of Use and Storage.
Hazardous Decomposition: Toxic Carbon Monoxide may be Given Off During Combustion.
Temperatures above 3,092 0F (1,700 0C). This Weakly Acidic Material will React with Alkaline
Incompatibilities:
Materials to Form Carbonates and Bicarbonates.
Will Not Occur.
Hazardous Polymerization:
SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Carcinogenic References: NTP Carcinogen - Known: No, IARC Category- None
Aggravated by Exposure: Exposure to Carbon Dioxide at 1 to 4% Concentrations Result in Increased Respiratory Volume.
Material acts as a Simple Asphyxiant by Displacing Air Necessary for Life.
SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No Information Found.
SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of Non-Refillable Cylinders in Accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations.
Allow Gas to Vent Slowly to Atmosphere in an Unconfined Area or Exhaust Hood. If the
Cylinders are the Refillable Type, Return Cylinders to Supplier with any Valve Outlet Plugs or
Caps Secured and Valve Protection Caps in Place.
SECTION XIV - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping Name: CARBON DIOXIDE
Hazard Class: 2.2 (NON-FLAMMABLE GAS)
Identification No.: UN1013
SECTION XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification:
A
Appears on DSL.
DSL Status:
SECTION XVI - OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Rating: HEALTH-1, FLAMMABILITY-0, REACTIVITY-0
Disclaimer The information contained herein is based upon data believed to be reliable and reflects our best
professional judgment. Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this
document, we extend no warranties and make no representations as to the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained therein and assume no responsibility regarding the
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suitability of this information for the user鈥檚 intended purpose or for the consequence of its use.
Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for his/her
particular purpose(s).
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