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                 Material Safety Data Sheet
Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)

Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)
Product Name
: AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries
Supplier
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253
: carbonice ; dry ice 6
Synonym
: 001091
MSDS#
Date of : 6/7/2007.
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency

Section 2. Hazards identification
: Solid. (WHITE SNOW-LIKE SOLID)
Physical state
: Warning!
Emergency overview
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM,
RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN.
Potential acute health effects
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Eyes :
Extremely cold material; can cause burns similar to frostbite.
Skin :
Acts as a simple asphyxiant.
Inhalation :
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Potential chronic health :
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Medical conditions
aggravated by overexposure
See toxicological Information (section 11)

Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
United States
Exposure limits
carbon dioxide 124-38-9 100 ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2005).
STEL: 54000 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
STEL: 30000 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
TWA: 9000 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 54000 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
STEL: 30000 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
TWA: 9000 mg/m 3 10 hour(s). Form: All
forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 10 hour(s). Form: All forms
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
TWA: 9000 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)


Section 4. First aid measures
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated
Skin contact
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Get medical attention.
Frostbite : Try to warm up the frozen tissues and seek medical attention.
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give
Inhalation
artificial respiration. Get medical attention.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
Ingestion
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.

Section 5. Fire fighting measures
Flammability of the product : Non-flammable.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2).
Products of combustion
: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Fire fighting media and
instructions
No specific hazard.
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
equipment for fire-fighters

Section 6. Accidental release measures
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use
Personal precautions
suitable protective equipment (Section 8).
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
: If emergency personnel are unavailable vacuum or carefully scoop up spilled materials
Methods for cleaning up
and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Avoid creating dusty conditions and
prevent wind dispersal.

Section 7. Handling and storage
: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Handling
: Keep container closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage

Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep
Engineering controls
airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust,
fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the
exposure limit.
Personal protection
: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
Eyes
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or
dusts.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling
this product.
: Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the
Respiratory
hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves or gauntlets complying with an approved standard
Hands
should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment
indicates this is necessary. Insulated gloves suitable for low temperatures
Personal protection in case : Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be
sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
of a large spill
Product name Exposure limits
United States
Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)

carbon dioxide ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2005).
STEL: 54000 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
STEL: 30000 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 9000 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 54000 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
STEL: 30000 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 9000 mg/m 3 10 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 10 hour(s). Form: All forms
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
TWA: 9000 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
Solid. (WHITE SNOW-LIKE SOLID)
Physical state :
WHITE
Color :
44.01 g/mole
Molecular weight :
CO2
Molecular formula :
Sublimation temperature: -78.5掳C (-109.3掳F)
Melting/freezing point :
31掳C (87.8掳F)
Critical temperature :
1.56 (Water = 1)
Specific gravity :

Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
Incompatibility with various : Not considered to be reactive according to our database.
substances

Section 11. Toxicological information
Toxicity data
: 40000 ppm
IDLH
Chronic effects on humans : Causes damage to the following organs: cardiovascular system, upper respiratory tract,
skin.

: No specific information is available in our database regarding the other toxic effects of
Other toxic effects on
this material for humans.
humans
Specific effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Carcinogenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity

Section 12. Ecological information
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2).
Products of degradation
: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation

Section 13. Disposal considerations
: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Avoid
Waste disposal
dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times
comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation
and any regional local authority requirements.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)


Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN1845 CARBON DIOXIDE, Not - Limited
available.
SOLID OR DRY ICE quantity
Yes.

Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 200
kg

Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 200
kg
TDG Classification UN1845 CARBON DIOXIDE, Not - Special
available.
SOLID; OR DRY ICE provisions
18
UN1845 CARBON DIOXIDE, Not -
Mexico Limited
available.
SOLID OR DRY ICE
Classification quantity
Yes.

Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 200
kg

Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 200
kg




Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: Target organ effects
HCS Classification
: TSCA 8(b) inventory: carbon dioxide
U.S. Federal regulations
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: carbon dioxide
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: carbon
dioxide: Sudden Release of Pressure, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed
(Chronic) Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
: Pennsylvania RTK: carbon dioxide: (generic environmental hazard)
State regulations
Massachusetts RTK: carbon dioxide
New Jersey: carbon dioxide
Canada
: Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
WHMIS (Canada)
CEPA DSL: carbon dioxide

Section 16. Other information
: CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM,
Label Requirements
RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN.
*3
Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.) 0
Fire hazard
0
Reactivity
B
Personal protection
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
0
Association (U.S.A.)
3 0
Health Instability
Special

Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named
supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

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