MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NATURAL GAS, COMPRESSED (CNG)
MSDS # 09 – Compressed Natural gas (CNG) Date of Issue: 28 March 2011
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE:
Classified as Hazardous according to criteria in the HS (MIN DEGREE OF HAZARD)
Regulations 2001. Classified as a Dangerous Good according to New Zealand Standard (NZS)
5433 (1999)
Flammable Gas under pressure.
MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND USE
Material Name: NATURAL GAS, COMPRESSED
Use: Vehicle Fuel Gas
WHMIS Classification: Class A; Class B, Div. 1
Fire: 4 Reactivity: 0 Health: 1 Inventory No.:
TDG: UN: 1971 Class: 2.1 Packing Group: N. App.
Shipping Name: NATURAL GAS, COMPRESSED
Manufacturer/Supplier: Granary Global Energy
Mojosari, Mojokerto
Emergency Telephone: 0321-590-900
Chemical Family: Light paraffin hydrocarbon gas
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
Product Name: Natural Gas, Compressed Gas
Composition: 5 – 15% Ethyl Mercaptan, 85 – 95% Methane
Dangerous Goods Class: 2.1
HSNO Classification: 2.1.1A
UN Number: 1971
HazChem Code: 2[S] E
CAS Number: 74-82-8
Cylinder Colour: Medium Brown Body (BS 5252 – 06C39) With A Red neck and shoulders (BS
5252 - 04E53)
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance: Colourless Gas
Odour: Mercaptan Odour when odourised otherwise Odourless
Boiling Point: -162°C
Molecular Weight: 16 g/mol
Relative Density (Gas): 0.55 cm3
Solubility mg/l water: Insoluble
Flammability: Highly Flammable
Flash Point: -218°C
Upper Explosion Limit: 15%
Lower Explosion Limit: 5%
Auto ignition Temperature: 540°C
MMC/GGE ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY (EHS)
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Flammability: Yes Conditions: Material will ignite at normal temperatures.
Means of Extinction: Foam, CO2, dry chemical. Explosive accumulations can build up in areas
of poor ventilation.
Special Procedures: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers, and to disperse gas if
leak has not ignited. If safe to do so, cut off fuel and allow flame to burn out.
Flash Point (deg.C): -187.78 Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide
Upper Explosive Limit (% by vol.): 15 Sensitivity to Impact: No
Lower Explosive Limit (% by vol.): 5 Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Yes, may ignite
Auto Ignition Temp. (deg.C): 539.85 TDG Flammability Classification: 2.1
REACTIVITY DATA
Chemical Stability: Yes Conditions: N.App.
Incompatibility: Yes Substances: Chlorine and other strong oxidizing agents.
Reactivity: Yes Conditions: Heat, strong sunlight
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF PRODUCT
Routes of Entry:
Skin Absorption: N.Av. Skin Contact: Yes (liquid) Eye Contact: Yes
Inhalation: Acute: Yes Chronic: N.Av. Ingestion: No
Effects of Acute Exposure: Drowsiness, headache, dizziness and possibly unconsciousness
at concentrations below those required for oxygen deficiency, for example 10% LEL and above.
At higher concentrations can causes oxygen deficiency and possible asphyxiation. Rapidly
expanding gas or vaporized liquid may cause frostbite to skin and eyes.
Effects of Chronic Exposure: N.Av.
Sensitization to Product: No
Exposure Limits of Product: 1000 ppm (TLV)
Irritancy: N.Av.
Synergistic Materials: None reported
Carcinogenicity: N.Av. Reproductive Effects: N.Av.
Teratogenicity: N.Av. Mutagenicity: N.Av.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves: Leather gloves Eye: Safety glasses
Footwear: As per safety policy. Clothing: Fire retardant coveralls
Respiratory Protection: Use positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus or supplied
air breathing apparatus when entering areas where high concentrations may be present.
Engineering Controls: Use only in well ventilated areas. Mechanical ventilation recommended
in confined areas.
Equipment must be explosion proof.
Leaks & Spills: If safe to do so, stop gas flow. Remove all ignition sources. Provide clearing
ventilation if possible.
Prevent from entering confined spaces. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Waste Disposal: Controlled burning or venting in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Handling Procedures & Equipment: Avoid contact with liquid or liquid cooled equipment.
Avoid inhalation.
Bond and ground all transfers. Avoid sparking conditions.
Storage Requirements: Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from heat, strong
sunlight, and ignition sources.
Special Shipping Information: N.Av.
MMC/GGE ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY (EHS)
FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin: If freeze burn occurs, gently bathe affected area in warm water (38 – 43 deg. C). Do not
rub. Get medical attention.
Eye: Immediately flush with large amounts of luke warm water for 15 minutes, lifting upper and
lower lids at intervals. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen, artificial respiration, or CPR if needed. Seek
medical attention.
Ingestion: N.App.
PREPARATION DATE OF MSDS
Prepared By: GGE Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)
Phone Number: (321) 590-900 Preparation Date: March 28, 2011 Expiry Date: March 28, 2014
MMC/GGE ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY (EHS)
