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Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)

CAS 68476-85-7
EC 270-704-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
Product Form
Substance (UVCB)
Chemical Name
Petroleum gases, liquefied

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
68476-85-7 Check regulations →
EC Number
270-704-2 Check regulations →
REACH No.
Not available

Identified Uses

Consumer use, industrial use, this product is used as a fuel in residences and industry.

Uses advised against

No additional information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

STAR RAFÍNERÍ A.Ş.

manufacturer

Siteler Mahallesi Necmettin Giritloğlu Cad. SOCAR Türkiye Aliağa Yönetim Binası No:6/1, Aliağa-İzmir/Türkiye

+ 90 232 616 12 40

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+ 90 232 616 12 40

08:00 - 17:00

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Gas Cat. 1 H220
Press. Gas (Comp.) H280
Muta. Cat. 1B H340
Carc. Cat. 1A H350

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H220 Extremely flammable gas.
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H340 May cause genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type uvcb
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Petroleum gases, liquefied EC: 270-704-2 68476-85-7 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Skin contact

Wash skin with plenty of water.

Eye contact

Rinse eyes with water as a precaution.

Ingestion

Call a poison center or a doctor if you feel unwell.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray. Dry powder. Foam.

Specific hazards

Extremely flammable gas.

Instructions

Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.

Firefighter Protection

Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained breathing apparatus. Complete protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

No open flames, no sparks, and no smoking. Only qualified personnel equipped with suitable protective equipment may intervene.

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

Cleanup methods

Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Take all necessary technical measures to avoid or minimize the release of the product on the workplace. Limit quantities of product at the minimum necessary for handling and limit the number of exposed workers. Wear personal protective equipment. Floors, walls and other surfaces in the hazard area must be cleaned regularly.

Storage

Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. Store locked up. Keep cool.

Hygiene

Separate working clothes from town clothes. Launder separately. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the product.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure good ventilation of the work station.

Hands

Protective gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Dust/aerosol mask with filter type P1. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

Skin/Body

Wear suitable protective clothing. Wear foot protection.

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Ph
Not applicable
Vapor Pressure
59.89 hPa Temp.: 20 °C
Lower Explosive Limit
Not available
Cloud Point
---
Vapor Density
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solidification Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not available
Evaporation Rate
---
Explosive Limits
---
Softening Point
---
Appearance
Colourless gas
Solubility In Water
---
Melting Point
(-187.6) – (-138.3) °C @ 101.3 kPa
Auto Ignition Temperature
287 – 537 °C
Solubility
Water: 24.4 – 60.4 mg/l @ 20 - 25 °C
Density
0.423 – 0.589 g/cm³ @ (-89) – (25) °C
Colour
Colourless
Relative Density
Not applicable
Form
---
Physical State
Liquefied gas
Odor Threshold
Not available
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not available
Physical State Data
gas
Crystallisation Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Colour Intensity
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
Bulk Density
---
Boiling Point
(-161.48) – (-0.5) °C @ 101.3 kPa
Odor
Hydrocarbon
Metal Corrosion
---
Voc Content
---
Flash Point
(-104) – (-60) °C @ 101.3 kPa
Solubility In Fat
---
Freezing Point
Not applicable
Partition Coefficient
Not available
Flammability
Extremely flammable gas.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

Extremely flammable gas.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

Avoid

Avoid contact with hot surfaces. Heat. No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all sources of ignition.

Incompatible

No additional information available

Decomposition

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1965
Shipping Name
HYDROCARBON GAS MIXTURE, LIQUEFIED, N.O.S.
Transport Class
2.1
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)?

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is a liquefied gas appearing as colourless gas with colourless color. It has hydrocarbon odor.

What is the solubility of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)?

Water: 24.4 – 60.4 mg/l @ 20 - 25 °C

What is Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) used for?

Consumer use, industrial use, this product is used as a fuel in residences and industry.

What are the hazard statements for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H220: Extremely flammable gas.
  • H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
  • H340: May cause genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.

What is the melting point of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)?

The melting point is (-187.6) – (-138.3) °C @ 101.3 kPa and the boiling point is (-161.48) – (-0.5) °C @ 101.3 kPa.