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* 1 Identification of substance
· Product details
· Trade name: P10 Methane in Argon
· Article number: 475-02-0001
· Creation date: 10/16/2009
· Manufacturer/Supplier:
Linde Canada Limited Linde .
5860 Chedworth Way 575 Mountain Avenue .
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 0A2 Murray Hill, NJ 07974 .
Telephone (905) 501-1700 Telephone (908) 464-8100 .
24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
: (905) 501-0802 CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 OR .
Linde National Operations Center (800) 232-4726 .
Pse ensure that this MSDS is received by the appropriate person.
· Information department: Customer Service Centre: 1-866-385-5349

* 2 Composition/Data on components
· Chemical characterization
· Dangerous components:
74-82-8 Methane Danger: 2.2/1 10%
Warning: 2.5/C
· Chemical components
7440-37-1 Argon 90%

3 Hazards identification
· Hazard description:
· WHMIS-symbols:
A - Compressed gas

· HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4)
HEALTH 0 Health = 0
FIRE 0 Fire = 0
REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0
· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4)
Health = 0
0 Fire = 0
0 0 Reactivity = 0
· Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment: Not applicable.
· Classification system:
The classification is in line with internationally approved calculation standards. It is expanded, however, by
information from technical literature and by information furnished by supplier companies.
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· GHS label elements

Warning

2.5/C - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

· Storage:
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

4 First aid measures

· After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
· After skin contact: Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
· After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for at least 15 minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
· After swallowing: Not applicable.

5 Fire fighting measures

· Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
· Protective equipment: Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.

* 6 Accidental release measures

· Person-related safety precautions:
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Ensure adequate ventillation.
Stop leak - ONLY if possible to do so without risk.
· Measures for environmental protection: Prevent seepage into sewage system, workpits and/or cellars.
· Measures for cleaning/collecting: Ensure adequate ventillation.
· Additional information: No dangerous substances are released.

* 7 Handling and storage

· Handling:
· Information for safe handling:
Handle with care. Avoid jolting, friction, and impact.
Use only in well ventilated areas.
Store container in a secured area. Limit access to authorized personnel only. Report any incidents involving
thefts, misuse, or inventory shortages to law enforcement and the supplier. Security shall be provided in
accordance with all local, state (provincial) and federal regulations.
· Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C. Do not pierce
or burn, even after use.
· Storage:
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:
Do not expose cylinder to temperatures higher than 50°C (122 °F)
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 125°F (52°C).
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 being stored
for excessive periods of time.
· Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Sources of ignition should be removed from storage area.
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· Further information about storage conditions:
Store in accordance with local fire code and/or building code or any pertaining regulations.

* 8 Exposure controls and personal protection

· Additional information about design of technical systems:
Adequate local ventillation.
Safety showers and eyewash stations should be nearby.
· Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
7440-37-1 Argon (60 - 100%)
EL Simple asphyxiant
74-82-8 Methane (10 - <23%)
EL 1000 ppm
EV 1.0 ppm
· Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
· Personal protective equipment:
· General protective and hygienic measures:
Protective clothing and PPE should be kept free of oil and grease, generally in clean condition
PPE should be inspected and maintained regularly to retain effectiveness.
· Breathing equipment:
Use atmosphere-supplying respirators (e.g. supplied-air: demand, pressure-demand, or continuous-flow or self-
contained breathing apparatus: demand or pressure-demand or combination supplied-air with auxiliary self-
contained air supply atmosphere-supplying respirator) in case of insufficient ventilation.
· Protection of hands:

Protective gloves.

· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality
and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
· Eye protection: Safety glasses

* 9 Physical and chemical properties

· General Information
Form: Gaseous.
Color: Colorless
Odor: Odorless
· Change in condition
Boiling point/Boiling range: -185°C
· Flash point: < 0°C
Not applicable.
· Ignition temperature: 595°C
· Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
· Explosion limits:
Lower: 5.0 Vol %
Upper: 15.0 Vol %
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10 Stability and reactivity

· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
· Materials to be avoided:
· Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
· Dangerous products of decomposition: No dangerous decomposition products known.

* 11 Toxicological information
· Acute toxicity:
· LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: LC50 - None available
· Primary irritant effect:
· on the skin: No irritating effect.
· on the eye: No irritating effect.
· Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
· Additional toxicological information:
The product is not subject to classification according to internally approved calculation methods for
preparations:
When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects according
to our experience and the information provided to us.

12 Ecological information
· Additional ecological information:
· General notes: Generally not hazardous for water

13 Disposal considerations
· Product:
· Recommendation: Unused product should be returned to vendor.
· Uncleaned packagings:
· Recommendation:
Cylinder and unused product should be returned to vendor. Disposable
cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: None applicable.

* 14 Transport information
· TDG and DOT regulations:

· Hazard class: 2
· Identification number: UN1956
· Proper shipping name (technical name): COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S.
· Label 2.2
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· Maritime transport IMDG:

· IMDG Class: 2
· UN Number: 1956
· Label 2.2
· Marine pollutant: No
· Proper shipping name: COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S.
· Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:

· ICAO/IATA Class: 2
· UN/ID Number: 1956
· Label 2.2
· Propper shipping name: COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S.
· UN "Model Regulation": UN1956, COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S., 2.2

* 15 Regulations
· Sara
· Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
None of the ingredient is listed.
· Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
None of the ingredients is listed.
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
All ingredients are listed.
· Proposition 65
· Chemicals known to cause cancer:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Cancerogenity categories
· EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· NTP (National Toxicology Program)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
None of the ingredients is listed.
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· OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Canadian substance listings:
· Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL)
All ingredients are listed.
· Canadian Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 0.1%)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Canadian Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 1%)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Product related hazard informations:
Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals.
The product is not subject to identification regulations according to directives on hazardous materials.
The product was classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
· Safety phrases:
Keep in a cool place.

16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.

Please refer to the section 3 for NFPA and HMIS Hazard Codes.

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’s 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).

GENERAL DISCLAIMER
For terms and conditions, including limitation of liability, please refer to the purchase agreement in effect
between Linde Inc. (or any of its affiliates and subsidiaries) and the purchaser.
· Department issuing MSDS: Customer Service Centre: 1-866-385-5349
· Abbreviations and Acronyms:
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service (Division of the American Chemical Society)
DOT: US Department of Transportation
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
HMIS: Hazardous Material Identification System
IATA: International Air Transportation Association
IATA-DGR: Dangerous Goods Regulations by the “International Air Transportation Association”
ICAO: International Civil Aviation Association
ICAO-TI: Technical Instructions by the “International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
IMDG: International Marine Code for Dangerous Goods
WHIMS: Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
LC50: Lethal Concentration, 50 Percent
LD50: Lethal Dose, 50 Percent
EL: ExposureLlimit per ACGIH TLV
EV: Permissible Exposure Limit per OSHA
N/A: Not Applicable
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