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NITROUS OXIDE | ICSC: 0067 |
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Hyponitrous acid anhydride Laughing gas Dinitrogen oxide N2O Molecular mass: 44.0 (cylinder) ![]() ![]() CAS # 10024-97-2 RTECS # QX1350000 UN # 1070 (compressed) August 05, 2003 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
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EXPLOSION |
Risk of fire and explosion: see Chemical Dangers.
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Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
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In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water.
Combat fire from a sheltered position.
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EXPOSURE |
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AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN!
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INHALATION |
Euphoria.
Drowsiness.
Unconsciousness.
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Ventilation.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
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Cold-insulating gloves.
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ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
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Safety goggles
or
eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area!
Consult an expert!
Ventilation.
If in liquid state:
do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents.
NEVER direct water jet on liquid.
Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Fireproof if in building.
Separated from
incompatible materials
See Chemical Dangers.
Cool.
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UN Hazard Class: 2.2 UN Subsidiary Risks: 5.1 |
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NITROUS OXIDE | ICSC: 0067 |
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Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
Other UN number: 2201 Nitrous oxide, refrigerated liquid.
Card has been partly updated in October 2006: see section Occupational Exposure Limits.
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