Norlab · A Division of Norco, Inc.
Hydrogen in Air 0.0001% to 2.0%
Revision Date: 5/17/2015
1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Manufacturer
Norlab - A Division of Norco, Inc.
898 W. Gowen Rd.
Boise, ID 83705
Contact:
Phone:
Web:
Quality Department
(208) 336-1643
www.norlab-gas.com
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Emergency Telephone Number: (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Hydrogen in Air 0.0001% to 2.0%
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Hydrogen in Air
MIXTURE
Gas Mixture
H2 0.0001% to 2.0% in Air
Hydrogen in Air, Hydrogen in Air Cal Gas, Calibration Gas
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation: Non-toxic - product contains sufficient oxygen to support respiration.
Skin Contact: Contact with rapidly expanding gas near the point of release may cause frostbite with redness, skin color
Eye Contact: None anticipated. Contact with rapidly expanding gas near the point of release may cause frostbite.
Ingestion: Not anticipated. Product is a gas at normal conditions.
change to gray or white, and blistering.
NFPA:
HMIS III:
Health = 0, Fire = 0, Reactivity = 0
H0/F0/PH3
0 0
0 0
0
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Norlab · A Division of Norco, Inc.
Hydrogen in Air 0.0001% to 2.0%
Revision Date: 5/17/2015
GHS Signal Word:
WARNING
GHS Hazard Pictograms:
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GHS Classifications:
Physical, Gases Under Pressure, Compressed Gas
GHS Phrases:
H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
GHS Precautionary Statements:
P410+403 - Protect from sunlight. Store in a well ventilated place.
Non-flammable, colorless, odorless gas. Contents under pressure. Use and store below 125 °F (52 °C).
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients:
CAS # I Percentage I Chemical Name
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------N/A I 99.8-99.9999% I Air
1333-74-0 I 0.0001-2.0% I Hydrogen
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Inhalation:
Skin Contact:
Eye Contact:
Ingestion:
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labeling (see Section 2) and/or Section 11.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability: Not flammable
Flash Point: NA
FIRST AID MEASURES
Give oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. If symptoms develop, move victim to fresh air. If symptoms
persist, obtain medical attention.
None required for gas. For frostbite, immerse skin in lukewarm water. DO NOT USE HOT WATER.
Obtain medical attention.
None Required for gas. If frostbite is suspected, flush eyes with cool water for 15 minutes and obtain
immediate medical attention.
None anticipated; product is a gas.
NorIab · A Division of Norco, Inc.
Hydrogen in Air 0.0001% to 2.0%
Revision Date: 5/17/2015
Flash Point Method: NA
Burning Rate: Not determined
Autoignition Temp: Not determined
LEL:
UEL: 77.0% (H2)
4.0% (H2)
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Extinguishing Media:
Use as appropriate for surrounding material.
Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture:
Hydrogen gas
Nitrogen gas
Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
Oxygen gas
Advice for Firefighters:
If possible, stop the flow of gas supply. Continue to cool heat or flame exposed containers until well after the flames are
extinguished. Firefighters should wear a full-face piece, NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus
(SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode and full turnout gear.
Further Information:
If incinerated, may release toxic fumes.
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
Product is non-flammable. Concentration of hydrogen is below the
sufficient oxygen to support combustion.
Cylinders may rupture violently from pressure when involved in a fire situation.
See Section 7 for more information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for more information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.
LEL
of 4.0% in air. This gas mixture contains
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures:
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 in container or valve, contact the appropriate emergency
telephone number listed in Section 1 or call your closest Norco/NorIab location.
Environmental Precautions:
Prevent further release (leakage/spillage) if safe to do so.
Methods and Materials for Containments and Cleaning Up:
Contact the appropriate emergency telephone number listed in Section 1 or call your closest Norco/NorIab location.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Reference to Other Sections:
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for information on proper disposal.