STRIKE FIRST CORPORATION
777 Tapscott Road
Scarborough, Ontario
M1X 1A2
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Prepared to US OSHA, CMA, ANSI and Canadian WHMIS Standards
Section 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
TRADE NAME (AS LABELED): CARBON DIOXIDE (GAS AND LIQUID)
PRODUCT USE: Fire Protection
MANUFACTURER’S NAME: STRIKE FIRST CORPORATION
ADDRESS: c/o Air Liquide Canada Inc.
1250 Rene-Levesque West, Suite 700
Montreal, QC
H3B 5E6
BUSINESS PHONE: 416.299.7767
DATE OF REVISION: Feb. 6, 2015
Section 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Physical state: Gas or liquefied gas.
OSHA/HCS status: WARNING!
HIGH PRESSURE GAS. GAS REDUCES OXYGEN AVAILABLE FOR
BREATHING.
Keep away from heat (<52°C/125°F). Use only with adequate ventilation. Extremely
hazardous gas/liquid under pressure. Keep cylinder valve closed when the product is not
used. Gas may accumulate in confined areas.
Routes of entry: Inhalation. Dermal contact. Eye contact.
Potential acute health effects
Inhalation: Inhalation of this product may cause dizziness, an irregular heartbeat, narcosis, nausea or
asphyxiation.
Skin: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Eyes: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion: Ingestion of liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite. Since the product is a gas, it will
probably be inhaled rather than ingested. See above.
Potential chronic
health effect: Carcinogenic effects: Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU and ACGIH.
Mutagenic effects: Not available.
Teratogenic effects: Not available.
Over-exposure signs and symptoms
Inhalation: No specific data
Ingestion: No specific data
Skin: No specific data
Eyes: No specific data
Medical conditions aggravated by
over-exposure: Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this MSDS as being at
risk may be aggravated by over-exposure to this product.
See toxicological information (section 11)
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Section 3. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Canada
Chemical Name: CAS NUMBER MOLE%
Carbon Dioxide 124-38-9 >99.5
United States
Chemical Name: CAS MOLE% Occupational exposure limits IDLH
NUMBER ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2004).
STEL: 54000 mg/m3 15 minute(s) . Form: All 40000 ppm
Carbon Dioxide 124-38-9 >99.5 forms
STEL: 30000 ppm 15 minute(s) . Form: All forms
TWA: 9000 mg/m3 8 hour(s) . Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 8 hour(s) . Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 54000 mg/m3 15 minute(s) . Form: All
forms
STEL: 30000 ppm 15 minute(s) . Form: All forms
TWA: 9000 mg/m3 10 hour(s) . Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 10 hour(s) . Form: All forms
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
TWA: 9000 mg/m3 8 hour(s) . Form: All forms
TWA: 5000 ppm 8 hour(s) . Form: All forms
NE: Not Established C: Ceiling Limit See Section 16 for possible acronym definition
See Sections 8, 11, 14, and 15 for details.
Section 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Prompt medical attention is mandatory in all cases of overexposure to this gas. Rescue personnel should wear
a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical
attention if symptoms appear.
Skin: Not applicable.
Eyes: Not applicable
Ingestion: Since the product is a gas, it will probably be inhales rather than ingested. See above.
Notes to physician: The medical doctor must be warned that the person may suffer from anoxia.
Section 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability of the product: Non-flammable.
Products of combustion: Decomposition products may include the following materials:
Carbon dioxide & Carbon monoxide
Explosion hazards in the
presence of various substances: Container explosion may occur under fire conditions or when heated.
Fire fighting media and
instructions: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the
incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or
without suitable training. Contact supplier immediately for specialist advice.
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Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray
to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
Contains gas under pressure. In a fire or if heated a pressure increase will occur
and the containers may burst or explode.
Special protective equipment
For fire-fighters: Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) with full face-piece operated in positive pressure
mode.
Section 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: EVACUATE ALL PERSONNEL FROM AFFECTED AREA
Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in user’s equipment, be certain to purge
piping with inert gas prior to attempting repairs. If leak is on cylinder or cylinder valve,
contact the closest Air Liquide location.
Environmental In case of a leak, clear the affected area, protect people, eliminate sources of ignition
precautions: and respond with trained personnel.
If leaking incidentally from the cylinder or its valve, contact your supplier. Use non-
sparking tools and equipment during the response.
Methods for cleaning up: Contact your local Air Liquide Gas supplier for details
Section 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Valve protection caps must remain in place unless cylinder is secured with valve outlet piped to usage
point. Do not drag, slide or roll cylinders. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement. Use a
pressure regulator when connecting cylinder to lower pressure piping or systems. Do not heat cylinder
by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the cylinder. Use a check valve or trap in
the discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow to the cylinder. Do not tamper with (valve) safety
device. Close valve after each use and when empty.
Storage: Protect cylinders from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area of non- combustible
construction away from heavy traffic areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature where
cylinders are stored to exceed 52°C/125°F. Cylinders must be stored upright and firmly secured to
prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and empty cylinders should be segregated. Prevent full
cylinders being stored for excessive periods of time. Post "No Smoking or Open Flames" signs in the
storage or use area. There should be no source of ignition in the storage or use area.
Section 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Use only in well-ventilated areas. Gas is heavier than air and will therefore accumulate in low
controls: lying areas.
Personal protection
Respiratory: Maintain oxygen levels above 19.5% in the workplace. Use supplied air respiratory protection if
oxygen levels are below 19.5% (air purifying respirators will not function) or during emergency
response to a release of this gas. During an emergency situation, before entering the area, check for
oxygen-deficient atmospheres. If respiratory protection is required, follow the requirements of the
Federal OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134), or equivalent State standard.
Hands: Wear leather gloves when handling cylinders of this gas. Otherwise, wear glove protection appropriate
to the specific operation for which this gas is used.
Eyes: Safety glasses with side shields.
Skin/Body: Use body protection appropriate for task. Cotton clothing is recommended for use to prevent static
electric build-up. Pressurized product may require use of fire retardant clothing.
Metal cap, safety shoes, are recommended when handling cylinders.
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Some applications of this product may require additional or other specific protective clothings. Please consult
your supervisor.
Personal protection: Safety glasses with side shields, goggles or face shield. Impervious gloves. Protective
clothing. Metal cap, safety shoes. Wear MSHA/NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing
apparatus or equivalent and full protective gear.
Product Name Exposure Limits
Canada ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2006).
Carbon Dioxide STEL: 54000 mg/m3 15 minute(s) .
TWA: 90000 m9/m3 8 hour(s) .
United States ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2006).
Carbon Dioxide STEL: 54000 mg/m3 15 minute(s) .
TWA: 9000 mg/m3 8 hour(s) .
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
STEL: 54000 mg/m3 15 minute(s) .
TWA: 9000 mg/m3 10 hour(s) .
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
TWA: 9000 mg/m3 8 hour(s) .
NE: Not Established
Section 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: Gas or liquefied gas.
Color: Colorless.
Odor: Odorless.
Molecular weight: 44.01 g/mole.
Molecular formula: CO2.
Boiling/condensation point: -78.55C (-109.4F).
Melting/freezing point: Sublimation temperature: -78.5C (-109.3F).
Critical temperature: 30.9C (87.6F).
Specific gravity: 1.56 (Air = 1).
Vapor density: 1.53 (Air = 1).
Solubility: Partially soluble in the following materials: cold water.
Section 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability and reactivity: This product is stable.
Hazardous Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should
decomposition products: not be produced.
Hazardous polymerization: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur
Section 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Data
IDLH: 40,000 ppm
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Acute Effects
Inhalation: Inhalation of this product may cause dizziness, irregular heartbeat, narcosis, nausea or
asphyxiation.
Skin: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Eyes: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion: Ingestion of liquid can cause burns similar to frostbite. Since the product is a gas, it will
probably be inhaled rather than ingested, see above.
Potential chronic Carcinogenic effects: Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU, ACGIH.
health effects: Mutagenic effects: Not available
Teratogenic effects: Not available
Section 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Products of degradation: This gas is released as in in the atmosphere.
Section 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Disposal: Residual materials contained in customer-owned cylinders should be disposed of in
accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations on waste management. For residual
materials contained in cylinders owned by Air Liquide, contact Sales or Customer Service to
determine appropriate disposal. Do not return cylinders without authorization from Air
Liquide.
Section 14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
AERG: 120
Regulatory
Proper shipping name Class UN number PG Label
Information
UN / IMDG / IATA
Classification
DOT Classification CARBON DIOXIDE 2.2 UN1013 -
TDG Classification
Additional UN IMDG IATA DOT TDG
Information
Passenger and Cargo Aircraft Limited quantity
Quantity Limitation: 75 kg Yes
Packaging Instruction
- - Cargo Aircraft Only Passenger aircraft
Quantity Limitation: 150 kg Quantity Limitation: 75 kg
Cargo aircraft
Quantity Limitation: 150 kg
Cylinders should be transported in a secure position, in a well ventilated vehicle. The transportation of compressed gas
cylinders in automobiles or in closed-body vehicles can present serious safety hazards and should be discouraged.
Section 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Canada
WHMIS (Canada): Class A: Compressed gas.
Canada inventory: This material is listed or exempted
CEPA DSL : All components Listed
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United States
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD (29CFR PART 1910.1200).
Compressed gas
Target organ effects
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution – chemical inventory – hazard identification: Carbon dioxide: Sudden
release of pressure, Immediate (acute) health hazard, Delayed (chronic) health hazard.
CERCLA: Hazardous substances: No products were found
US INVENTORY (TSCA)
TSCA 8 (b) inventory: All components listed.
State regulations
California prop. 65: No products were found
Connecticut Carcinogen Reporting: This material is not listed
Connecticut Hazardous Material Survey: This material is not listed
Florida substances: This material is not listed
Illinois Chemical Safety Act: This material is not listed
Illinois Toxic Substances Disclosure to Employee Act: This material is not listed
Louisiana Reporting: This material is not listed
Louisiana Spill: This material is not listed
Massachusetts Spill: This material is not listed
Massachusetts Substances: This material is not listed
Michigan Critical Material: This material is not listed
Minnesota Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed
New Jersey Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed
New Jersey Spill: This material is not listed
New Jersey Toxic Catastrophe Prevention Act: This material is not listed
New York Acutely Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed
New York Toxic Chemical Release Reporting: This material is not listed
Pennsylvania RTK Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed
Rhode Island Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed
Section 16. OTHER INFORMATION
WHMIS (Canada): National Fire Protection
Information System (USA) Association (USA)
HEALTH
HEALTH (BLUE) 1
FIRE HAZARD (RED) PERSONAL PROTECTION 1
0
REACTIVITY (YELLOW) 0
0 FIRE HAZARD
PERSONAL PROTECTION (WHITE)
G 0
REACTIVITY
Consult an Industrial Hygienist or other trained person when you make your safety evaluation of the end product.
Remember, gases and liquids have properties which can cause serious injury or death.
Further information about gas mixtures can be found in pamphlets published by: Compressed Gas Association Inc (CGA),
4221 Walney Road, 5th floor, Chantilly, VA 20151-2923 Telephone: (703) 788-2700.
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Acronyms: ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygiene.
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer.
NIOSH: National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
NTP: National Toxicology program.
OECD: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit.
IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health.
NE: Not established.
C: Ceiling Limit.
DSL: Domestic Substance List.
NDSL: Non-Domestic Substance List.
CFR: Code of Federal Regulations.
TSCA: Toxic Substance Control Act.
Notice to reader
This Material Safety Data Sheet is offered pursuant to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR,
1910.1200, American National Standard Institute Z400.1, 2004, the Canadian Workplace Hazardous Material
Information Systems (WHMIS). Other government regulations must be reviewed for applicability to this gas
mixture. To the best of Air Liquide’s knowledge, the information contained herein is reliable and accurate as of
this date; however, accuracy, suitability or completeness are not guaranteed and no warranties of any type, either
express or implied, are provided. The information contained herein relates only to this specific product. If this
gas mixture is combined with other materials, all component properties must be considered. Data may be
changed from time to time. Be sure to consult the latest edition.
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