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Hydrogen

CAS 1333-74-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Hydrogen
Product Code
295396
Chemical Name
Hydrogen

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1333-74-0 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline.

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Gas Cat. 1A H220
Press. Gas (Comp.) H280

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS04 - Compressed gas

GHS04

Hazard Statements

H220 Extremely flammable gas.
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.
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
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
H_{2} EC: 215-605-7 1333-74-0 --- No

Notes

No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide (CO2) Foam Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Pay attention to flashback. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not breathe gas. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

No special precautionary measures necessary.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance. For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Keep away from combustible materials and sources of ignition. Contents under pressure.

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when vapours/mists are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type ABEK. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

required. Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

No special precautionary measures necessary.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Compressed gas
Physical State Data
gas
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
No data available
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
Melting point/range: -259,2 °C - lit.
Boiling Point
-252,8 °C - lit.
Flash Point
< -150 °C - closed cup
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
0,09 g/l at 0 °C
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
Upper explosion limit: 74,2 %(V)
Lower Explosive Limit
Lower explosion limit: 4 %(V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
0,00196 g/l at 0 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with: Oxygen, Chlorine, Acetylene, Bromine, chlorine dioxide, halogen oxides, Fluorine, Dioxane, halogen-halogen compounds, Strong oxidizing agents, Ozone, platinum. Violent reactions possible with: nonmetallic oxides, metallic oxides, perchlorates, Heavy metal salts, Alkali metals, Alkaline earth metals.

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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
1049
Shipping Name
HYDROGEN, COMPRESSED
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 Hydrogen?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Hydrogen?

Hydrogen is a compressed gas with colorless color. It has no data available odor.

What is Hydrogen used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Hydrogen?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H220: Extremely flammable gas.
  • H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

What is the melting point of Hydrogen?

The melting point is Melting point/range: -259,2 °C - lit. and the boiling point is -252,8 °C - lit..