Nitrogen

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Symptoms: Simple asphyxiant – this product does not contain oxygen and may cause asphyxia in confined spaces. Oxygen content in the area must not fall <18% or harmful effect will occur. In extremely high concentrations, product may act as an asphyxiant and cause increased breathing and pulse rates, fatigue and unconsciousness. As asphyxiation progresses, nausea, vomiting, prostration and loss of consciousness may result, eventually leading to convulsions,coma and death.

Adverse effects not expected from this product.

Symptoms: Adverse effects not expected from this product.

Adverse effects not expected from this product.

Symptoms: Adverse effects not expected from this product.

Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Symptoms: Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Use media suitable to the surrounding fire such as water fog or fine spray, alcohol foams, carbon dioxide and drychemical.

Do not use waterjet to extinguish.

Not flammable under normal conditions of use. Closed containers are contained under pressure and may explode if exposed to excess heat for a prolonged period. Product is a simple asphyxiant. Asphyxiant, can replace oxygen in confined area. May displace oxygen in breathing air and lead to suffocation and death, particularly in confined spaces.

In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Exposure to fire maycause containers to rupture/explode.

Evacuate area. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) when entering the area, unless you have checked that the area is safe using an oxygen meter. Restrict access to area until completion of clean-up. Keep all other personal upwind and away from the spill/release. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. All persons dealing with clean-up should wear appropriate protective.

Ensure spilled product does not enter confined areas. Stop the leak without taking risks.

Ventilate area of release. Do not enter confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Eliminate all ignition sources. Leaks in lines to equipment set-ups can be identified by painting suspected sites with soapy water. Leaks can be located by bubbly formation. Stop spill or leak at source if safely possible. If leaks cannot be stopped, move cylinders to an open space. Isolate area until all gas has dispersed.

Before handling, it is very important that engineering controls are operating, and that protective equipment requirements and personal hygiene measures are being followed. People working with this chemical should be properly trained regarding its hazards and its safe use. Simple asphyxiant, this product does not contain oxygen and may cause asphyxia in confined spaces. Oxygen content in the area must not fall below 18% or harmful effects with result. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid inhaling gas. Keep away from extreme heat and flame. Keep away from incompatibles. Protect cylinders from damage. Never attempt to lift cylinder by its cap. Open valves safely to prevent rapid decompression. Shut flow off at cylinder valve and just at the regulator after use. Do not puncture or incinerate cylinders. Do not drag, roll, slide or drop cylinders. Use suitable handling equipment.

Cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from heat and ignition sources. Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to raise the pressure of a cylinder. Avoid storage of cylinders for more than six months. Do not store in direct sunlight. Storage area should be clearly identified, clear of obstruction and accessible only to trained and authorized personnel. Inspect periodically for damage or leaks. Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Personal hygiene measures are being followed.

Keep away from extreme heat and flame. Store away from heat and ignition sources. Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to raise the pressure of a cylinder.

Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentration of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Recommended monitoring procedures: provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.

Wear working gloves while handling cylinders. Guideline: EN 388 Protective gloves against mechanical risks.

Wear eye protection to EN 166 when using gases. Guideline: EN 166 Personal Eye Protection. A full-face shield may also be necessary.

If engineering controls and work practices are not effective in controlling exposure to this material, then wear suitable approved respiratory protection. Confirmation of which type of respirator is most suitable for the intended application should be obtained from respiratory protection suppliers.

Wear safety shoes while handling cylinders. Guideline: ISO 20345 Personal protective equipment - Safety footwear.

refer to local regulations relating to restrictions on emissions into the atmosphere. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.

Stable under normal conditions.

No reactivity hazard other than the effects described in sub- section below.

None. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

None.

See Section 7 (handling and storage) for further details.

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced. Refer to hazardous combustion products in Section 5.

Do not discharge into any place where its accumulation could be dangerous. Vent to atmosphere in a well-ventilated place. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. See Section 7 (handling and storage) for further details.

Return to vendor with cylinder valve tightly closed and valve cap in place.