Chemical Hazard Bulletin

CHB: 185

ARGON
INGREDIENTS CAS No % 8hr OEL
argon 7440-37-1 >99 -

NFPA RATING PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

GLASSES:
Consider chemical goggles.
NFPA Rating: 0: Minimum, 1: Low, 2: Moderate, 3: High, 4: Extreme
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION:
UN No: 1006 Store in cool, dry, protected area.
Hazchem Code: 2T FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD:
DG Class: 2.2 Vapours/gas heavier than air.
Subsidiary Risk: Not Applicable Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.
Packing Group: Not Applicable
PROPERTIES
Poisons Schedule: Not Available
Gas.Does not mix with water.Does not burn.
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
EMERGENCY
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:

SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS

FIRST AID
X: Must not be stored together SKIN:
Wash with soap
FIRE FIGHTING:
Keep containers cool.
Keep surrounding area cool.Water spray/fog.
SPILLS AND DISPOSAL:
Dilute with water.

For further information call Environmental Protection: 880-9714 (DH) or 427-0158 (JID)
For proper disposal methods and locations for the chemical or chemical contaminated material, contact the Environmental Engineering
Division on 880-9767

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