Material Safety Data Sheet
Acetylene
Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: Acetylene
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
: Synthetic/Analytical chemistry.
Product use
: 001001
MSDS#
Date of : 5/2/2007.
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency
Section 2. Hazards identification
: Gas.
Physical state
: Warning!
Emergency overview
FLAMMABLE GAS.
CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: RESPIRATORY TRACT,
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not puncture or incinerate container. Keep
container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Contact with rapidly expanding gases can cause frostbite.
: Inhalation
Routes of entry
Potential acute health effects
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Eyes :
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin :
Acts as a simple asphyxiant.
Inhalation :
Ingestion is not a normal route of exposure for gases
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Potential chronic health :
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
: Acute or chronic respiratory conditions may be aggravated by overexposure to this gas.
Medical conditions
aggravated by overexposure
See toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name CAS number % Volume Exposure limits
Acetylene 74-86-2 100 NIOSH REL (United States, 6/2001).
CEIL: 2662 mg/m 3 Form: All forms
CEIL: 2500 ppm Form: All forms
Section 4. First aid measures
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.If fumes are still suspected to be present,
the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or a self-contained breathing apparatus.It may be dangerous to the person
providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
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: 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.
: Try to warm up the frozen tissues and seek medical attention.
Frostbite
: 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
Flammable.
Flammability of the product :
304.85掳C (580.7掳F)
Auto-ignition temperature :
Closed cup: -18.15掳C (-0.7掳F).
Flash point :
Lower: 2.5% Upper: 82%
Flammable limits :
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2).
Products of combustion :
Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of heat,
Fire hazards in presence of :
of oxidizing materials.
various substances
: Explosive in presence of heat.
Explosion hazards in
presence of various
substances
: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemicals, or CO 2.
Fire fighting media and
instructions
If involved in fire, shut off flow immediately if it can be done without risk. Apply water
from a safe distance to cool container and protect surrounding area.
Extremely flammable. Gas may accumulate in confined areas, travel considerable
distance to source of ignition and flash back causing fire or explosion.
: 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). Shut off gas supply if this can be done safely.
Isolate area until gas has dispersed.
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
Section 7. Handling and storage
: Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat,
Handling
sparks and flame. To avoid fire, minimize ignition sources. Use explosion-proof
electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Do not puncture or
incinerate container. High pressure gas. Use equipment rated for cylinder pressure.
Close valve after each use and when empty. Protect cylinders from physical damage; do
not drag, roll, slide, or drop. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement.
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Cylinders
Storage
should be stored upright, with valve protection cap in place, and firmly secured to
prevent falling or being knocked over. Cylinder temperatures should not exceed 52 掳C
(125 掳F).
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Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or
Engineering controls
other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapor or dust concentrations below any
explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.
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.
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
Respiratory
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.
The applicable standards are (US) 29 CFR 1910.134 and (Canada) Z94.4-93
: 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.
Personal protection in case : A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.
of a large spill
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
26.04 g/mole
Molecular weight :
C2-H2
Molecular formula :
Not available.
Boiling/condensation point :
Sublimation temperature: -81.8掳C (-115.2掳F)
Melting/freezing point :
35.3掳C (95.5掳F)
Critical temperature :
635 psig
Vapor pressure :
0.9 (Air = 1)
Vapor density :
Specific Volume (ft3/lb) 14.7059
:
Gas Density (lb/ft3) 0.068
:
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product may undergo hazardous decomposition, condensation or polymerization, it
Stability and reactivity
may react violently with water to emit toxic gases or it may become self-reactive under
conditions of shock or increase in temperature or pressure.
Incompatibility with various : Extremely reactive or incompatible with oxidizing agents
substances
Section 11. Toxicological information
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
Acetylene Not available. Not available. Not available. Not available.
Chronic effects on humans : Causes damage to the following organs: upper respiratory tract, central nervous system
(CNS).
: 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
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: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity
Section 12. Ecological information
Ingredient name Species Period Result
Acetylene Not available. Not available. Not available.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2) and water.
Products of degradation
: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation
: Not available.
Environmental fate
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Environmental hazards
: Not available.
Toxicity to the environment
Section 13. Disposal considerations
Product removed from the cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, local
regulation.Return cylinders with residual product to Airgas, Inc.Do not dispose of locally.
Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN1001 ACETYLENE, 2.1 Not applicable (gas). Limited
DISSOLVED quantity
FLAMMABLE GAS
Yes.
2
Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation:
Forbidden.
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 15
kg
TDG Classification UN1001 ACETYLENE, 2.1 Not applicable (gas). Explosive
DISSOLVED Limit and
Limited
2
Quantity
Index
0
Passenger
Carrying Ship
Index
75
Passenger
Carrying
Road or Rail
Index
Forbidden
Special
provisions
38, 42
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UN1001 ACETYLENE, 2.1 Not applicable (gas). -
Mexico
DISSOLVED
Classification FLAMMABLE GAS
2
Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Acetylene
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: Acetylene
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Acetylene:
Fire hazard, reactive, Sudden Release of Pressure, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: Acetylene
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: Acetylene
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
: Pennsylvania RTK: Acetylene: (generic environmental hazard)
State regulations
Massachusetts RTK: Acetylene
New Jersey: Acetylene
Canada
: Class A: Compressed gas.
WHMIS (Canada)
Class B-1: Flammable gas.
Class F: Dangerously reactive material.
CEPA DSL: Acetylene
Section 16. Other information
United States
: FLAMMABLE GAS.
Label Requirements
CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: RESPIRATORY TRACT,
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Canada
: Class A: Compressed gas.
Label Requirements
Class B-1: Flammable gas.
Class F: Dangerously reactive material.
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Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.) 4
Fire hazard
3
Reactivity
C
Personal protection
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
4
Association (U.S.A.)
1 3
Health Instability
Special
Notice to reader
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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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