Norlab H1971 User Manual
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PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer
NorLab a division of Norco
898 W. Gowen Rd.
Boise, ID 83705
Quality Dept.
208-336-1643
208-433-6160
www.norlab-gas.com
Methane, Compressed
6/15/2015
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NLB 1971
Methane
74-82-8
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Gas
CH4
Methyl Hydride, Natural Gas
Fuel gas, Calibration Gas, other analyitical applications
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION2
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
GHS Hazard Pictograms:
DANGER
GHS Signal Word:
Physical, Flammable Gases, 1
Physical, Gases Under Pressure, Compressed Gas
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS):
P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking
P271 - Use and store only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P377 - Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 - Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
P304+340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
H220 - Extremely flammable gas
H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
OSHA-H01 - MAY DISPLACE OXYGEN AND CAUSE RAPID SUFFOCATION.
CGA-HG04 - MAY FORM EXPLOSIVE MIXTURES WITH AIR.
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Safety Data Sheet
Revision Date: 6/15/2015SDS Number: NLB 1971
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SDS
Methane, Compressed
Inhalation;
Route of Entry:
Target Organs:
Respiratory system;
Inhalation:
Methane is a simple asphyxiant. Exposure to high concentrations of this gas may exclude an
adequate supply of oxygen. Oxygen levels should be maintained at greater than 19.5% at normal
atmospheric pressure.
Effects of oxygen deficiency resulting from simple asphyxiants may include: rapid breathing,
diminished mental alertness, impaired muscular coordination, faulty judgment, depression of all
sensations, emotional instability and fatigue. As asphyxiation progresses, nausea, vomiting,
prostration and loss of consciousness may result, eventually leading to convulsions, coma and
death.
Oxygen deficiency during pregnancy has produced developmental abnormalities in humans and
experimental animals.
Inhalation of high methane concentrations may cause central nervous system depression with
dizziness, disorientation, in-coordination, nausea, and narcosis. High concentrations may also
cause cardiac sensitization resulting in irregular heartbeat and may make the individual more
susceptible to cardiac effects of substances such as epinephrine and adrenaline.
Skin Contact:
Non-irritating. Contact with rapidly expanding gas near the point of release may cause frostbite with
redness, skin color change to gray or white, and blistering.
Eye Contact:
Non-irritating. Contact with rapidly expanding gas near the point of release may cause frostbite.
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS
P313 - Get medical advice/attention.
CGA-PG05 - Use a back flow preventive device in the piping.
CGA-PG10 - Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure.
CGA-PG06 - Close valve after each use and when empty.
CGA-PG11 - Never put cylinders into unventilated areas of passenger vehicles.
CGA-PG02 - Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52 °C (125 °F).
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Health = 0, Fire = 4, Reactivity = 0, Specific Hazard = n/a
Health = 0, Fire = 4, Physical Hazard = 3
B - Safety Glasses, Gloves
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HMIS III:
HMIS PPE:
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS3
Ingredients:
Cas# % Chemical Name
--------------------------------------------------------------74-82-8 99.0-99.999% Methane
FIRST AID MEASURES4
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE TO PRODUCT. RESCUEInhalation:
Safety Data Sheet
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Methane, Compressed
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