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CARBON DIOXIDE

CAS 124-38-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
CARBON DIOXIDE

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
124-38-9 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Fire extinguishing agent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Tyco Fire Protection Products logo

Tyco Fire Protection Products

manufacturer

One Stanton Street, Marinette, WI 54143-2542

715-735-7411

http://www.ansul.com

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

Emergency Contact

703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

Hazard Statements

H229 Contents under pressure. Heat may cause the containers to explode.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
CARBON DIOXIDE 124-38-9 90 - 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air.

Skin contact

Rinse with water.

Eye contact

Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical assistance.

Ingestion

Not likely, due to the form of the product.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

This product is not flammable. Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials.

Specific hazards

Contents under pressure. Pressurized container may explode when exposed to heat or flame.

Instructions

None known.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

No special environmental precautions required.

Cleanup methods

Not applicable.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Handle and open container with care.

Storage

Contents under pressure. Use care in handling/storage.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Eyes

Not normally needed.

Respiratory

No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.

Skin/Body

No special protective equipment required.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Partition Coefficient
Not available
Upper Explosive Limit
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Molecular Weight
44.01 g/mol
Physical State Data
gas
Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Solubility
---
Freezing Point
Not available.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Boiling Point
-110.2 °F (-78.5 °C)
Decomposition Temperature
Not available.
Voc Content
Not available.
Properties Status
---
Colour Intensity
---
Odor Threshold
---
Form
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Appearance
Not available.
Metal Corrosion
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Relative Density
1.512
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Physical State
Gas.
Odor
Not available.
Bulk Density
---
Solubility In Water
2 g/l
Melting Point
Not available.
Flammability
---
Softening Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Colour
Not available.
Vapor Density
1.522 at 21°C
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
Ph
3.2 - 3.7 The pH of saturated CO2 solutions varies from 3.7 at 101 kPa (1 atm) to 3.2 at 2370 kPa (23.4 atm)
Lower Explosive Limit
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
6439.45 kPa
Cloud Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Material is stable under normal conditions.

Avoid

Excessive heat.

Decomposition

No hazardous decomposition products are 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

Disposal

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1013
Shipping Name
Carbon dioxide
Transport Class
2.2
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for CARBON DIOXIDE?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of CARBON DIOXIDE?

CARBON DIOXIDE is a gas. appearing as not available. with not available. color. It has not available. odor.

What is CARBON DIOXIDE used for?

Fire extinguishing agent

What are the hazard statements for CARBON DIOXIDE?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H229: Contents under pressure. Heat may cause the containers to explode.

What is the melting point of CARBON DIOXIDE?

The melting point is Not available. and the boiling point is -110.2 °F (-78.5 °C).