Safety data sheet

Natural Gas, refrigerated, liquid

Creation date : 09.05.2005 Version : 1.2 GB / E SDS No. : 9453
Revision date : 17.10.2011 page 1 / 5

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the shield/eye protection.

company/undertaking
Precautionary Statement Response
1.1. Product identifier P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish,
Product name unless leak can be stopped safely.
Natural Gas, refrigerated, liquid P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do
so.
EC No (from EINECS): 232-343-9 P336+P315 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water.
CAS No: 8006-14-2 Do not rub affected area. Get immediate
Index-Nr. medical advice/attention.
Chemical formula CH4 (+ Impurities)
REACH Registration number: Precautionary Statement Storage
Not available. P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and Precautionary Statement Disposal
uses advised against None.
Relevant identified uses
Industrial and professional. Perform risk assessment prior to use. 2.3. Other hazards
Uses advised against Contact with liquid may cause cold burns/frost bite.
Consumer use.

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Company identification
BOC, Priestley Road, Worsley, Manchester M28 2UT Substance / Mixture: Substance.
E-Mail Address [email protected]
3.1. Substances
1.4. Emergency telephone number Natural Gas, refrigerated, liquid
Emergency phone numbers (24h): 0800 111 333 CAS No: 8006-14-2
Index-Nr.:
EC No (from EINECS): 232-343-9
SECTION 2: Hazards identification REACH Registration number:
Not available.
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Contains no other components or impurities which will influence the
classification of the product.
Classification acc. to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008/EC
(CLP/GHS) 3.2. Mixtures
Press. Gas (Refrigerated liquefied gas) - Contains refrigerated gas; Not applicable.
may cause cryogenic burns or injury.
Flam. Gas 1 - Extremely flammable gas.
SECTION 4: First aid measures
Classification acc. to Directive 67/548/EEC & 1999/45/EC
F+; R12 4.1. Description of first aid measures
Extremely flammable. First Aid General Information:
Risk advice to man and the environment Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained
Refrigerated liquefied gas. Contact with product may cause cold breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor.
burns or frostbite. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped.
First Aid Inhalation:
2.2. Label elements Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained
- Labelling Pictograms breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor.
Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped.
First Aid Skin / Eye:
In case of frostbite spray with water for at least 15 minutes. Apply a
sterile dressing. Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at
least 15 minutes. Obtain medical assistance.
First Aid Ingestion:
Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
- Signal word
Danger
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and
delayed
- Hazard Statements
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may
H281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause
include loss of mobility/consciousness. Victim may not be aware of
cryogenic burns or injury.
asphyxiation. In low concentrations may cause narcotic effects.
H220 Extremely flammable gas.
Symptoms may include dizziness, headache, nausea and loss of co-
ordination.
- Precautionary Statements
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special
Precautionary Statement Prevention
treatment needed
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open
None.
flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P282 Wear cold insulating gloves/face

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only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product,

SECTION 5: Fire fighting measures its supply pressure and temperature. Contact your gas supplier if in
doubt. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
5.1. Extinguishing media Purge air from system before introducing gas. Keep away from
Suitable extinguishing media ignition sources (including static discharges). Do not smoke while
Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water fog. Use water spray or fog to handling product. Assess the risk of a potentially explosive
control fire fumes. atmosphere and the need for explosion-proof equipment. Consider
Unsuitable extinguishing media the use of only non-sparking tools. Ensure equipment is adequately
Do not use a solid water stream. earthed. Ensure the complete gas system has been (or is regularly)
checked for leaks before use. Refer to supplier's handling
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture instructions. Suck back of water into the container must be
Specific hazards prevented. Do not allow backfeed into the container. Never attempt
Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode. to repair or modify container valves or safety relief devices.
Hazardous combustion products Damaged valves should be reported immediately to the supplier.
Incomplete combustion may form carbon monoxide. Keep container valve outlets clean and free from contaminates
particularly oil and water. Replace valve outlet caps or plugs and
5.3. Advice for fire-fighters container caps where supplied as soon as container is disconnected
Specific methods from equipment. Close container valve after each use and when
If possible, stop flow of product. Move container away or cool with empty, even if still connected to equipment. Never attempt to
water from a protected position. Do not extinguish a leaking gas transfer gases from one container to another. Never use direct flame
flame unless absolutely necessary. Spontaneous/explosive re- or electrical heating devices to raise the pressure of a container. Do
ignition may occur. Prevent water used in emergency cases from not remove or deface labels provided by the supplier for the
entering sewers and drainage systems. If leaking do not spray water identification of the container contents.
onto container. Water surrounding area (from protected position) to
contain fire. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place. Segregate
Normal firefighters’ equipment consists of an appropriate SCBA from oxidant gases and other oxidants in store. Observe all
(open-circuit positive pressure compressed air type) in combination regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers.
with fire kit. Equipment and clothing to the following standards will Cylinders should be stored in the vertical position and properly
provide a suitable level of protection for firefighters. secured to prevent falling over. Stored containers should be
Guideline: periodically checked for general conditions and leakage. Container
EN 469:2005: Protective clothing for firefighters. Performance valve guards or caps should be in place. Store containers in location
requirements for protective clothing for firefighting., EN 15090 free from fire risk and away from sources of heat and ignition. Keep
Footwear for firefighters., EN 137 Respiratory protective devices — away from combustible materials. All electrical equipment in the
Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with storage areas should be compatible with the risk of potentially
full face mask — Requirements, testing, marking., EN 443 Helmets explosive atmosphere. Containers should not be stored in conditions
for fire fighting in buildings and other structures., EN 659 Protective likely to encourage corrosion.
gloves for firefighters.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures None.

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and

emergency procedures SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless
atmosphere is proved to be safe. Eliminate ignition sources. Use 8.1. Control parameters
protective clothing. Consider the risk of potentially explosive Exposure limit value
atmospheres. Evacuate area. Ensure adequate ventilation. Prevent Value type value Note
from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where TLV (ACGIH) 1.000 ppm 2011
its accumulation can be dangerous. EN 137 Respiratory protective
devices — Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing 8.2. Exposure controls
apparatus with full face mask — Requirements, testing, marking. Appropriate engineering controls
A risk assessment should be conducted and documented in each
6.2. Environmental precautions work area to assess the risks related to the use of the product and
Try to stop release. to select the PPE that matches the relevant risk. The following
recommendations should be considered. Product to be handled in a
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up closed system. Gas detectors should be used when quantities of
Ventilate area. Liquid spillages can cause embrittlement of structural flammable gases/vapours may be released. Keep concentrations
materials. well below lower explosion limits. Keep concentrations well below
occupational exposure limits. The substance must be handled in
6.4. Reference to other sections accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.
See also sections 8 and 13. Consider work permit system e.g. for maintenance activities.
Systems under pressure should be regularly checked for leakages.
Provide adequate general or local ventilation. The substance is not
SECTION 7: Handling and storage classified for human health hazards or for environment effects and it
is not PBT or vPvB so that no exposure assessment or risk
7.1. Precautions for safe handling characterisation is required. For tasks where the intervention of
Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle workers is required, the substance must be handled in accordance
gases under pressure. The substance must be handled in with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.
accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Use Personal protective equipment

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Eye and face protection No reactivity hazard other than the effects described in sub-sections
Protect eyes, face and skin from liquid splashes. Wear a face-shield below.
when transfilling and breaking transfer connections. Safety eyewear,
goggles or face-shield to EN166 should be used to avoid exposure 10.2. Chemical stability
to liquid splashes. Wear eye protection to EN 166 when using Stable under normal conditions.
gases. Full-face mask recommended
Guideline: 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
EN 136 Respiratory protective devices. Full face masks. May react violently with oxidants., Can form potentially explosive
Requirements, testing, marking atmosphere in air.
Skin protection
Hand protection 10.4. Conditions to avoid
Advice: Wear working gloves and safety shoes while handling Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No
containers., Wear cold insulating gloves. smoking.
Guideline: EN 511 Protective gloves against cold.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Body protection Air, Oxidiser. For material compatibility see latest version of ISO-
Protect eyes, face and skin from contact with product. 11114.
Other protection
Wear flame resistant/retardant clothing. Take precautionary 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
measures against static discharges. Wear working gloves and Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous
safety shoes while handling containers. ISO/TR 2801:2007 Clothing decomposition products should not be produced.
for protection against heat and flame -- General recommendations
for selection, care and use of protective clothing. EN ISO 20345
Personal protective equipment - Safety footwear. SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Respiratory protection
Not required 11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Thermal hazards General
If there is a risk of contact with the liquid, all protective equipment No known toxicological effects from this product.
should be suitable for extremely low temperatures.
Environmental Exposure Controls
Specific risk management measures are not required beyond good
industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Refer to local regulations SECTION 12: Ecological information
for restriction of emissions to the atmosphere. See section 13 for
specific methods for waste gas treatment. 12.1. Toxicity
Can cause frost damage to vegetation.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 12.2. Persistence and degradability

No data available.
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
General information 12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Appearance/Colour: Colourless liquid. No data available.
Odour: None.
Melting point: -182 °C 12.4. Mobility in soil
Boiling point: -161 °C The substance is a gas, not applicable.
Flash point: Not applicable for gases and gas mixtures.
Evaporation rate: 12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Not applicable for gases and gas mixtures. Not classified as PBT or vPvB.
Flammability range: 4,4 %(V) - 17 %(V)
Relative density, gas: 0,6 12.6. Other adverse effects
Solubility in water: 26 mg/l Global Warming Potential GWP
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: 1,09 logPow When discharged in large quantities may contribute to the
Autoignition temperature: 595 °C greenhouse effect.
Explosive properties: 25
Explosive acc. EU legislation: Not explosive.
Explosive acc. transp. reg.: Not explosive.
Oxidising properties: Not applicable. SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Molecular weight: 16 g/mol
Critical temperature: -82 °C 13.1. Waste treatment methods
Relative density, liquid: 0,42 Do not discharge into areas where there is a risk of forming an
explosive mixture with air. Waste gas should be flared through a
suitable burner with flash back arrestor. Do not discharge into any
9.2. Other information place where its accumulation could be dangerous. Contact supplier
Gas/vapour heavier than air. May accumulate in confined spaces, if guidance is required. Refer to the EIGA code of practice (Doc.30
particularly at or below ground level. “Disposal of Gases", downloadable at http://www.eiga.org) for more
guidance on suitable disposal methods.
Gases in pressure containers (including halons) containing
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity dangerous substances
EWC Nr. 16 05 04*
10.1. Reactivity

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SECTION 14: Transport information

SECTION 15: Regulatory information
ADR/RID
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation
14.1. UN number specific for the substance or mixture
1972 Seveso Directive 96/82/EC: Listed

14.2. UN proper shipping name Other regulations

Natural Gas, refrigerated, liquid Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations
(DSEAR 2002 No. 2776)
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999 No.
Class: 2 3242)
Classification Code: 3F The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (2005 No. 1541)
Labels: 2.1 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH,
Hazard number: 223 2002 No. 2677)
Tunnel restriction code: (B/D) Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially
Emergency Action Code: 2YE Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (EPS, 1996 No. 192)
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER, 1998
14.4. Packing group (Packing Instruction) No. 2306)
P203 Personal Protective Equipment Regulations (1992 No. 2966)
Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations (COMAH, 1999 No.
14.5. Environmental hazards 743)
None. Chemical Hazards Information and Packaging for Supply (CHIP,
1994 No. 3247)
14.6. Special precautions for user Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PER, 2000 No. 128)
None. This Safety Data Sheet has been produced to comply with
Regulation (EU) 453/2010.
IMDG
15.2. Chemical safety assessment
14.1. UN number A CSA does not need to be carried out for this product.
1972

14.2. UN proper shipping name SECTION 16: Other information

Natural Gas, refrigerated, liquid
Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. Ensure operators
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) understand the flammability hazard. The hazard of asphyxiation is
Class: 2.1 often overlooked and must be stressed during operator training.
Labels: 2.1 Before using this product in any new process or experiment, a
EmS: F-D, S-U thorough material compatibility and safety study should be carried
out.
14.4. Packing group (Packing Instruction) Advice
P203 Whilst proper care has been taken in the preparation of this
document, no liability for injury or damage resulting from its use can
14.5. Environmental hazards be accepted. Details given in this document are believed to be
None. correct at the time of going to press.
Further information
14.6. Special precautions for user Note:
None. When using this document care should be taken, as the decimal
sign and its position complies with rules for the structure and
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 drafting of international standards, and is a comma on the line.
and the IBC Code As an example 2,000 is two (to three decimal places) and not two
Not applicable. thousand, whilst 1.000 is one thousand and not one (to three
decimal places).
IATA References
Various sources of data have been used in the compilation of this
14.5. Environmental hazards SDS, they include but are not exclusive to:
None. European Chemical Agency: Information on Registered Substances
http://apps.echa.europa.eu/registered/registered-sub.aspx#search
14.6. Special precautions for user European Chemical Agency: Guidance on the Compilation of Safety
None. Data Sheets.
Matheson Gas Data Book, 7th Edition.
Other transport information European Industrial Gases Association (EIGA) Doc. 169/11
Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated Classification and Labelling guide.
from the driver's compartment. Ensure vehicle driver is aware of the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Standard
potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event of Reference Database Number 69
an accident or an emergency. Before transporting product The European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC) ERICards.
containers ensure that they are firmly secured. Ensure adequate
ventilation. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

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ISO 10156:2010 Gases and gas mixtures -- Determination of fire

potential and oxidizing ability for the selection of cylinder valve
outlets.
The ESIS (European chemical Substances 5 Information System)
platform of the former European Chemicals Bureau (ECB) ESIS
(http://ecb.jrc.ec.europa.eu/esis/).
United States of America’s National Library of Medicine’s toxicology
data network TOXNET (http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/index.html)
International Programme on Chemical Safety
(http://www.inchem.org/)
Substance specific information from suppliers.
Threshold Limit Values (TLV) from the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH).
EH40 (as ammended) Workplace exposure limits.

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