| Agent Name |
Argon |
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| CAS Number |
7440-37-1 |
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| Formula |
Ar |
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| Major Category |
Toxic Gases & Vapors |
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| Synonyms |
Argon-40; [ChemIDplus] UN1006; UN1951 |
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| Category |
Simple Asphyxiants |
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| Description |
An inert gas that is colorless and odorless; [ACGIH] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as an inert gas in arc welding, semiconductor doping, and metal refining (blanketing agent); Also used as an inert gas in electric lamps and ionization chambers; [ACGIH] Also used in geological dating and cryogenic applications; [Merck Index] |
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| Comments |
Simple asphyxiant; Evaporating liquid can cause frostbite; [ICSC] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Explanatory Notes |
No TLV because the concentration of oxygen is the important factor; [ACGIH] |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Other Poison |
Simple Asphyxiant |
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