| Agent Name |
Hydrogen |
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| CAS Number |
1333-74-0 |
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| Formula |
H2 |
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| Major Category |
Other Chemicals |
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| Synonyms |
H; Hydrogen; Hydrogen atoms; Molecular hydrogen; Protium; [ChemIDplus] UN1049; UN1966; |
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| Category |
Simple Asphyxiants |
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| Description |
Colorless gas; [HSDB] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used in welding (oxy-hydrogen and autogenous), petroleum refining, and as a coolant; Used to hydrogenate oils and other organic compounds and to reduce metal oxides; [Merck Index] |
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| Comments |
Simple asphyxiant; Contact with evaporating liquid can cause frostbite; [HSDB] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
4: burns readily |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Other Poison |
Simple Asphyxiant |
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| Links to Other NLM Databases |
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| Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: HYDROGEN
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