Norlab J126525LA User Manual

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Norlab · A Division of Norco, Inc.

Pentane 0.0001% · 0.7000% in Air

Revision Date: 5/16/2015

SDS Number: 2160

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
[phone]

www.norlab-gas.com

Product Name:
Revision Date:
Version:
SDS Number:
Common Name:
CAS Number:
Chemical Family:
Chemical Formula:
Synonyms:

Emergency Telephone Number: [phone] (CHEMTREC)

Pentane 0.0001% - 0.7000% in Air
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Pentane in Air
MIXTURE
Gas Mixture
C5H12 in Air
None

2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Inhalation: High concentrations of vapors may have a narcotic effect. Symptoms may include dizziness, headache

Skin Contact: Pentane is a primary skin irritant and fat solvent. Prolonged or repeated contact may tend to dry and defat

Eye Contact: May cause minor irritation. Contact with rapidly expanding gas near the point of release may cause

Ingestion: None known. Ingestion is unlikely as product is a gas at room temperature.

and nausea.

skin causing irritation and dermatitis. Contact with rapidly expanding gas near the point of release may
cause frostbite with redness, skin color change to gray or white and blistering.

frostbite.

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Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Norlab · A Division of Norco, Inc.

Pentane 0.0001% · 0.7000% in Air

Revision Date: 5/16/2015

SDS Number: 2160

NFPA:
HMIS III:

0 0

1 0

GHS Signal Word:

WARNING

GHS Hazard Pictograms:

Health = 1, Fire = 0, Reactivity = 0
H1/F0/PH3

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B I Safety Glasses,
Gloves

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GHS Classifications:

Physical, Gases Under Pressure, Compressed Gas

GHS Phrases:

H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
H316 - Causes mild skin irritation
CGA-HG24 – Supports Combustion

GHS Precautionary Statements:

P264 - Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required.
P302+352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water.
P332+313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P410+403 - Protect from sunlight. Store in a well ventilated place.
CGA-PG02 - Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52 °C (125 °F).
CGA-PG05 – Use a back flow preventive device in the piping
CGA-PG06 – Close Valve after each use and when empty.
CGA-PG10 – Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure.
CGA-PG20 – Use only equipment of compatible materials of constructions.

Additional Hazard Statements (EU):

EUH066 - Repeated exposure may causes skin dryness or cracking.

Colorless, non-flammable gas with a mild gasoline type odor. High concentrations may have a narcotic effect. Repeated
or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation or dermatitis. Use only with adequate ventilation. Contents under pressure.
Use and store below 125 °F (52 °C).

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

NorIab · A Division of Norco, Inc.

Pentane 0.0001% · 0.7000% in Air

Revision Date: 5/16/2015

SDS Number: 2160

3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Ingredients:

CAS # I Percentage I Chemical Name

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------­N/A I 99.3000-99.9999% I Air

109-66-0 I 0.0001-0.7000% I Pentane

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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
Flash Point Method: NA
Burning Rate: Not determined
Autoignition Temp: Not determined
LEL:
UEL: NA

FIRST AID MEASURES

PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN
PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS. Victims
should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from the contaminated
area is most important. Unconscious persons should be moved to an uncontaminated area, and if
breathing has stopped, administer artificial resuscitation and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment
should be symptomatic and supportive.

Rinse skin thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. For frostbite, immerse skin in
lukewarm water. DO NOT USE HOT WATER. Obtain medical attention.

Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. If frostbite is suspected,
flush eyes with cool water for 15 minutes and obtain immediate medical attention.

None required. Product is a gas at normal temperatures and conditions.

NA

Extinguishing Media:
Use as appropriate for surrounding material.

Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture:
Carbon Oxides
Nitrogen gas
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Oxygen gas

Advice for Firefighters:
Stop the flow of gas if it can be done without risk. Use water spray to cool surrounding containers. Continue to cool heat or

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CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE. RESCUE