SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. DISTRIBUTING COMPANY DETAILS
COMPANY: ZIP HEATERS PTY LTD
2. IDENTIFICATION / COMPOSITION OF CONTENTS
CONTAINER: NON REFILLABLE CYLINDER WITH A CAPACITY OF < 2.2 L
USE: Beverage Applications
- LIQUIFIED GAS
- IN HIGH CONCENTRATION IT CAN CAUSE ASPHYXIATION
- Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure (gas)
CARBON DIOXIDE
Page 1 of 4 Date 30/05/12
ADDRESS: 67-77 ALLINGHAM ST CONDELL PARK
NSW 2200
PHONE : 02 9796 3100
PRODUCT NAME: CARBON DIOXIDE (FOOD GRADE)
CONCENTRATION: 100%
PURITY: 99.995
CHEMICAL COMPOUND: CO
UN NUMBER: 1013
CLASS: 2.2
CAS NO: 7727-37-9
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Non Toxic Gas
4.1. Inhalation
- In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may include loss of mobility/consciousness. Victim
may not be aware of asphyxiation.
- Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and
rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped.
increase respiration and headache. Average concentrations (5-15%) cause headache and nausea until losing
consciousness. High concentrations give rise to unconsciousness and loss of mobility.
4.2. Eye contact
-immediately flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
-In case of frostbite spray with water for at least 15 minutes. Apply a sterile dressing. Medical assistance
4.3. Skin contact
-immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes
-in case of frostbite spray with water for at least 15 minutes, apply a sterile dressing. Medical assistance
4.4. Ingestion
-Low concentrations of CO2 cause
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Suitable extinguishing media
- Move away from the container and cool with water from a protected position.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.2.1.2. Hands protection
- All known extinguishants can be used
5.2. Unsuitable extinguishing media
- None
5.3. Specific hazards
- Non flammable
- Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode
5.4. Special protective equipment for fire fighters
- In confined space use self-contained breathing apparatus
5.5. Other measures
- If possible, stop flow of product.
6.1. Personal precautions
- Evacuate area.
- Ensure adequate air ventilation.
- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is
proved to be safe.
6.2. Environmental precautions
- Try to stop the release
6.3. Clean up methods
- Ventilate the area
7.1. Handling
- Suck back of water into the container must be prevented.
- Do not allow back feed into the container.
- Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply
pressure and temperature. Contact your gas supplier if in doubt.
- While moving the container, wear appropriate protective garment.
- Refer to supplier's container handling instructions.
7.2. Storage
- Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place
7.4. Packaging material
8.1. Exposition Values
Carbon Dioxide
SAEL 2004
TWA = 5000ppm
8.2. Personal protection
- Ensure adequate ventilation
- Devices for relive the values limit of exposure (TLV).
8.2.1. Protection measures
8.2.1.1. Respiratory protection
- Keep self contained breathing apparatus readily available for emergency use