FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC.
"Your Safer Source for Science Supplies"
MSDS #: 572.00
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Revision Date: November 25, 2002
Section 1 鈥? Chemical Product and Company Identification
Oxygen Gas
Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219 Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
CHEMTREC Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300
Section 2 鈥? Composition, Information on Ingredients
Oxygen Gas
CAS#: 7782-44-7
Section 3 鈥? Hazards Identification
FLINN AT-A-GLANCE
Colorless, odorless gas.
Health-0
Inhalation of an excessive amount of oxygen can cause symptoms of hyperoxia which include cramps,
Flammability-0
nausea, dizziness, hypothermia, respiratory difficulties, fainting spells and convulsions.
Reactivity-0
Exposure-0
Storage-0
0 is low hazard, 3 is high hazard
Section 4 鈥? First Aid Measures
Call a physician, seek medical attention for further treatment, observation and support after first aid.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration immediately.
Eye: Immediately flush with fresh water for 15 minutes.
Section 5 鈥? Fire Fighting Measures
Non flammable gas. NFPA CODE
Oxygen dangerously accelerates combustion. While oxygen is not a flammable gas, it will accelerate None Established
fire.
Section 6 鈥? Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate the area.
Section 7 鈥? Handling and Storage
Store with the bottled gases in a secure area.
Section 8 鈥? Exposure Controls , Personal Protection
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wear chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves and chemical-resistant apron.
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FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. Oxygen Gas
"Your Safer Source for Science Supplies"
MSDS #: 572.00
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Revision Date: November 25, 2002
Section 9 鈥? Physical and Chemical Properties
Colorless, odorless gas. Specific Gravity: 1.10535
Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohol.
Formula: O2
Formula Weight: 32.00
Section 10 鈥? Stability and Reactivity
Gas cylinders under pressure will explode under fire conditions. Avoid contact with organic materials or other readily combustible
materials.
Shelf Life: Indefinite.
Section 11 鈥? Toxicological Information
ORL-RAT LD50: N.A.
Acute effects: N.A.
IHL-RAT LC50: N.A.
Chronic effects: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD50: N.A.
Target organs: N.A.
N.A. = Not available, not all health aspects of this substance have been fully investigated.
Section 12 鈥? Ecological Information
Data not yet available.
Section 13 鈥? Disposal Considerations
Please consult with state and local regulations.
Open cylinder and vent contents to air. Avoid flame, sparks or flammable materials. Dispose of empty cylinder in trash, if
Section 14 鈥? Transport Information
Shipping Name: Oxygen, compressed
Hazard Class: 2.2, Non-flammable gas, oxidizer
UN Number: UN1072
N/A = Not applicable
Section 15 鈥? Regulatory Information
TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (231-956-9), RCRA code D001.
Section 16 鈥? Other Information
Consult your copy of the Flinn Scientific Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals.
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn
Scientific Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating
thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. Flinn Scientific Inc. assumes no legal
responsibility for use or reliance upon this data.
FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC.
"Your Safer Source for Science Supplies"
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