MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: ARGOSHIELD UNIVERSAL (Formely known as Argoshield TC)
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
BOC Gases, BOC Gases
Division of Division of
The BOC Group, Inc. BOC Canada Limted
575 Mountain Avenue 5975 Falbourne Street, Unit 2
Murray Hill, NJ 07974 Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3W6
TELEPHONE NUMBER: (908) 464-8100 TELEPHONE NUMBER: (905) 501-1700
24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:
CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 (905) 501-0802
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN NO: 2-0101
PRODUCT NAME: Argoshield Universal (Formerly known as Argoshield TC)
CHEMICAL NAME: Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in Argon
COMMON NAMES/SYNONYMS: Argoshield #LG, Argoshield #TC, Carbon Dioxide and Oxygen in
Argon, Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in Argon
TDG (Canada) CLASSIFICATION: 2.2
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: A, D2B
PREPARED BY: Loss Control (908)464-8100
PREPARATION DATE: 6/1/95
REVIEW DATES: 6/11/96
2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
PEL-OSHA1 TLV-ACGIH2
INGREDIENT % VOLUME LD50 or LC50
Route/Species
Argon 70.0 to 95.0 Simple Asphyxiant Simple Asphyxiant Not Available
FORMULA: Ar
CAS: 7440-37-1
RTECS #: CF2300000
Carbon Dioxide 0 to 25.0 5000 ppm TWA 5000 ppm TWA Not Available
FORMULA: CO2 30,000 ppm STEL
CAS: 124-38-9
RTECS #: FF6400000
Oxygen 2.0 to 4.0 Not Available Not Available Not Available
FORMULA: O2
CAS: 7782-44-7
RTECS# RS2060000
1
As stated in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z (revised July 1, 1993)
2
As stated in the ACGIH 1994-95 Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents
3. Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Oxygen levels below 19.5% may cause asphyxia. Carbon dioxide exposure can cause nausea and
respiratory problems. High concentrations may cause vasodilation leading to circulatory collapse.
ROUTE OF ENTRY:
Skin Contact Skin Absorption Eye Contact Inhalation Ingestion
No No No Yes No
MSDS: G-173
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PRODUCT NAME: ARGOSHIELD UNIVERSAL (Formely known as Argoshield TC)
HEALTH EFFECTS:
Exposure Limits Irritant Sensitization
Yes No No
Teratogen Reproductive Hazard Mutagen
No No No
Synergistic Effects
None reported
Carcinogenicity: -- NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
EYE EFFECTS:
None known or expected.
SKIN EFFECTS:
None known or expected.
INGESTION EFFECTS:
None known or expected.
INHALATION EFFECTS:
The effects of exposure to high concentrations so as to displace the oxygen in the air necessary for life are
headaches, dizziness, labored breathing and eventual unconsciousness. The major hazard is from asphyxiation
due to oxygen displacement.
Oxygen deficiency during pregnancy has produced developmental abnormalities in humans and experimental
animals.
Other effects of oxgen deficiency resulting from simple asphyxiants may include: rapid breathing, diminished
mental alertness, impaired muscular coordination, faulty judgement, depression of all sensations, emotional
instability, and fatigue. As asphyxiation progresses, nausea, vomiting, prostration, and loss of consciousness
may result, eventually leading to convulsions, coma, and death.
NFPA HAZARD CODES HMIS HAZARD CODES RATINGS SYSTEM
Health: 1 Health: 1 0 = No Hazard
Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0 1 = Slight Hazard
Reactivity: 0 Reactivity: 0 2 = Moderate Hazard
3 = Serious Hazard
4 = Severe Hazard
4. First Aid Measures
EYES:
None normally required.
SKIN:
None normally required.
INGESTION:
None normally required.
INHALATION:
MSDS: G-313
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PRODUCT NAME: ARGOSHIELD UNIVERSAL (Formely known as Argoshield TC)
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE. RESCUE
PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS. Victims
should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from the contaminated area is
most important. Unconscious persons should be moved to an uncontaminated area. If they are not breathing,
administer artificial resuscitation.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Conditions of Flammability: Nonflammable
Flash point: Method: Autoignition:
None Not Applicable Temperature: None
LEL(%): None UEL(%): None
Hazardous combustion products: None
Sensitivity to mechanical shock: None
Sensitivity to static discharge: None
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Nonflammable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use extinguishing media suitable for the combustible materials involved in the fire. Use water spray to cool fire
exposed containers.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in user鈥檚 equipment,
be certain to purge piping with inert gas prior to attempting repairs. If leak is in container or container valve,
contact the appropriate emergency telephone number listed in Section 1 or call your closest BOC location.
7. Handling and Storage
Electrical Classification:
Nonhazardous.
These mixtures are non corrosive and may be used with any common structural material.
Use only in well-ventilated areas. Valve protection caps must remain in place unless container is secured with
valve outlet piped to use point. Do not drag, slide or roll cylinders. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder
movement. Use a pressure reducing regulator when connecting cylinder to lower pressure (<3000 psig) piping
or systems. Do not heat cylinder by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the cylinder. Use
a check valve to trap in the discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow into the system.
Protect cylinders from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heavily trafficked
areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature where cylinders are stored to exceed 125oF (52oC).
Cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and empty
cylinders should be segregated. Use a "first in-first out" inventory system to prevent full cylinders from being
stored for excessive periods of time.
For additional information consult Compressed Gas Association鈥檚 Pamphlets P-1, P-9 and Safety Bulletin SB-8.
MSDS: G-313
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PRODUCT NAME: ARGOSHIELD UNIVERSAL (Formely known as Argoshield TC)
Never carry a compressed gas cylinder or a container of a gas in cryogenic liquid form in an enclosed space such
as a car trunk, van or station wagon. A leak can result in a fire, explosion, asphyxiation or a toxic exposure.
8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
EXPOSURE LIMITS1:
2 3
INGREDIENT % VOLUME LD50 or LC50
PEL-OSHA TLV-ACGIH
Route/Species
Argon 70.0 to 95.0 Simple Asphyxiant Simple Asphyxiant Not Available
FORMULA: Ar
CAS: 7440-37-1
RTECS #: CF2300000
Carbon Dioxide 0 to 25.0 5000 ppm TWA 5000 ppm TWA Not Available
FORMULA: CO2 30,000 ppm STEL
CAS: 124-38-9
RTECS #: FF6400000
Oxygen 2.0 to 4.0 Not Available Not Available Not Available
FORMULA: O2
CAS: 7782-44-7
RTECS# RS2060000
1
Refer to individual state of provincial regulations, as applicable, for limits which may be more stringent than
those listed here.
2
As stated in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z (revised July 1, 1993)
3
As stated in the ACGIH 1994-1995 Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents.
IDLH (Carbon Dioxide): 50,000 ppm
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Use local exhaust and general ventilation to maintain minimum 19.5% oxygen level and less than 0.5% carbon
dioxide level in ambient air.
EYE/FACE PROTECTION:
Safety goggles or glasses.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Protective industrial work gloves made of any suitable material.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
A supplied air respirator with full face piece equipped with an escape bottle or a self-contained breathing
apparatus should be available for emergency use. Operate this equipment in the positive pressure demand mode.
OTHER/GENERAL PROTECTION:
Safety shoes.
MSDS: G-313
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PRODUCT NAME: ARGOSHIELD UNIVERSAL (Formely known as Argoshield TC)
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
PARAMETER VALUE UNITS
Physical state (gas, liquid, solid) : Gas
Vapor pressure : Not Available
Vapor density (Air = 1) : 0.103- 0.104 lb/cu.ft
Evaporation point : Not Available
Boiling point : Not Available
: Not Available
Freezing point : Not Available
: Not Available
pH : Not Available
Specific gravity (Air = 1) : 1.38-1.39
Oil/water partition coefficient : Not Available
Solubility (H20) : Slight
Odor threshold : Not Applicable
Odor and appearance : Odorless, colorless gas
10. Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY:
Stable
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS:
None
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
11. Toxicological Information
REPRODUCTIVE:
Oxygen deficiency during pregnancy has produced developmental abnormalities in humans and experimental
animals.
12. Ecological Information
No data given.
13. Disposal Considerations
Do not attempt to dispose of residual waste or unused quantities. Return in the shipping container PROPERLY
LABELED, WITH ANY VALVE OUTLET PLUGS OR CAPS SECURED AND VALVE PROTECTION CAP
IN PLACE to BOC Gases or authorized distributor for proper disposal.
MSDS: G-313
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PRODUCT NAME: ARGOSHIELD UNIVERSAL (Formely known as Argoshield TC)
14. Transport Information
PARAMETER United States DOT Canada TDG
Compressed gases, n.o.s. Compressed gases, n.o.s.
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
(Argon, Carbon Dioxide, Oxygen) (Argon, Carbon Dioxide, Oxygen)
2.2 2.2
HAZARD CLASS:
UN 1956 UN 1956
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
NONFLAMMABLE GAS NONFLAMMABLE GAS
SHIPPING LABEL:
15. Regulatory Information
SARA TITLE III NOTIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION
SARA TITLE III - HAZARD CLASSES:
Acute Health Hazard
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard
16. Other Information
Compressed gas cylinders shall not be refilled without the express written permission of the owner. Shipment of
a compressed gas cylinder which has not been filled by the owner or with his/her (written) consent is a
violation of transportation regulations.
DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
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 herein, and assume no
responsibility regarding the suitability of this information for the user鈥檚 intended purposes or for the
consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for
their particular purpose(s).
MSDS: G-313
Revised: 5/30/97 Page 6 of 6
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