Air Products Industry Co., Ltd.

Application | Material safety data sheet

Product : Oxygen

SECTION 1 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

NFPA Ratings (Scale 0-4) : Health = 3 , Fire = 0 , Reactivity = 0 Emergency Overview
Color	Blue
Physical form	Cryogenic liquid
Odor	Odorless
Major health hazards	No significant target effects reported.
Physical hazards	Strong oxidizer. May ignite or explode on contact with combustible materials. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
Potential Health Effects
Short term exposure	Irritation, Nausea , Asthma , Irregular heartbeat , Dizziness , Tingling sensation , Dilated Pupils , Blindness , Lung congestion , Blood disorders , Convulsions
Long term exposure	Chest pain, lung damage
Skin Contact
Short term exposure	Blisters, Frostbite
Long term exposure	No information on significant adverse effects
Eye Contact
Short term exposure	Frostbite, Blurred vision
Long term exposure	No information on significant adverse effects
Ingestion
Short term exposure	Frostbite
Long term exposure	No information is available

SECTION 2 FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation	If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Get medical attention.
Skin contact	If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of lukewarm water (105-115 F; 41-46 C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get immediate medical attention.
Eye contact	Contact with liquid : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical attention.
Ingestion	If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.

SECTION 3 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Fire and explosion hazards	Negligible fire hazard. Oxidizer. May ignite or explode on contact with combustible materials. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
Extinguishing media	Carbon dioxide , regular dry chemical
Fire fighting	Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Stay away from the ends of tanks. For fries in cargo or storage area : Cool containers with water from unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles until well after fire is out. If this is impossible then take the following precaution : Keep unnecessary people away , isolate hazard area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. For tank, rail car or tank truck, evacuation radius : 800 meters (1/2 mile).

SECTION 4 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Occupational release

Avoid contact with combustible materials. Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Keep unnecessary people away , isolate hazard area and deny entry.

SECTION 5 HANDLING AND STORAGE

Storage

Store and handle in accordance with all current regulation and standard Protect from physical damage. Inside storage . Keep separated from incompatible substances. Store in cool , dry place. Store outside or in a detached building.

SECTION 6 EXPOSURE CONTROLS , PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure limits	Oxygen
Ventilation	Provide local exhaust ventilation system. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits.
Eye protection	For the gas : Eye protection not required , but recommended. For the liquid : Wear splash resistant safety goggles. Contact lenses should not be worn. Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
Clothing	For the gas : Protective clothing is not required. For the liquid : Wear appropriate protective , cold insulating clothing.
Gloves	Wear insulated gloves.
Protective material types	Leather
Respirator	Under condition of frequent use or heavy expusre, respiratory protection may be needed. Respiratory protection is ranked in order from minimum to maximum. Consider warning properties before use.
For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Any supplied-air respirator with full facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece.