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Argon, compressed

CAS 7440-37-1
EC 231-147-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Argon, compressed
Product Code
20905

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7440-37-1 Check regulations →
EC Number
231-147-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Press. Gas H280

GHS Pictograms

GHS04 - Compressed gas

GHS04

Hazard Statements

H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Precautionary Statements

P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

CAS# Description: 7440-37-1 Argon, compressed

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Argon, compressed EC: 231-147-0 7440-37-1 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Seek medical treatment in case of complaints.

Skin contact

Generally the product does not irritate the skin.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.

Ingestion

If symptoms persist consult doctor.

Medical Treatment

No further relevant information available.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released:

Firefighter Protection

No special measures required.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Not required.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

No special measures required.

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight.

Fire prevention

The product is not flammable. No special measures required.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

No further data; see section 7.

Hands

Not required.

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Not required. Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Compressed gas
Colour Intensity
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Appearance
Colorless
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility In Water
0.0337 g/l
Relative Density
Not determined.
Density
1.8 g/cm³ (15.021 lbs/gal)
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Colour
Colorless
Physical State Data
gas
Flammability
Not determined.
Explosive Limits
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Flash Point
Not applicable
Metal Corrosion
---
Boiling Point
-185.9 °C (-303 °F)
Bulk Density
---
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Cloud Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Odor
Odorless
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Voc Content
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
1995 hPa (1496 mm Hg)
Form
Compressed gas
Solubility
---
Properties Status
---
Melting Point
-189.2 °C (-309 °F)
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Freezing Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

No information known.

Decomposition

None known.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1006
Shipping Name
Argon, compressed
Transport Class
2.2
Packing Group
I
IMDG

Warning: Gases

IATA

Warning: Gases

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Argon, compressed?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Argon, compressed?

Argon, compressed is a compressed gas appearing as colorless with colorless color. It has odorless odor.

What is Argon, compressed used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Argon, compressed?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

What is the melting point of Argon, compressed?

The melting point is -189.2 °C (-309 °F) and the boiling point is -185.9 °C (-303 °F).