LPG MIX MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

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Product Name

BUTANE COMMERCIAL
LABELLING (standard or EU):

Symbol(s) : F+ Extremely flammable

R Phrases : R 12 Extremely flammable

S Phrases: S2 Keep out of reach of children

S9 Keep container in well ventilated place
S16 Keep away of source of ignition– Not smoking

TRANSPORTLABELLING : Applicable (see § 14)

§ 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OF THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING

- NAME OF THE PRODUCT: Butane commercial

- PRODUCT APPLICATION: Fuel, combustible,propellant for aerosol, petrochemical intermediate.

- SUPPLIER : VITOGAZ Madagascar

122, rue Rainandriamampandry Faravohitra
ANTANANARIVO 101
MADAGASCAR
Tel : 22 360 00 / 22 364 00 / 032 07 218 96
Fax : 22 377 20
Mail : vitomada@vitogaz.mg

- EMERGENCY PHONES: VITOGAZ : 032 07 364 00

Fire fighters : 18 / 118

§ 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION SUR LES COMPOSANTS

- SUBSTANCE:

* nom chimique usuel/nom générique : . Butane commercial :

Mix of hydrocarbons composed in majority of butane and butene and with less
than 30% in voulume of propane and propene.
The product is treated to have a characteristic odor
.
* n° CAS : 68512-91-4

* n° EINECS : 270-990-9

* constituants contribuant aux dangers : . Butane, butene, propane and propene are extremely flammable and mixtures
with air is explosive.
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. The presence of more than 0.1% of 1.3-

butadiene class mixing as carcinogen category 1

§ 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

THIS GAS IS PRODUCED , STORED, TRANSPORTED AND DISTRIBUTED UNDER PRESSURE AS A LIQUID. UNDER
NORMAL CONDITIONS OF DISTRIBUTION, IT IS NEVER HANDLED DIRECTLY BECAUSE IT IS CONTINUOUSLY CONFINED N
I
CLOSED SYSTEMS UNTILITS FINAL DESTRUCTION BY COMBUSTION DURING USE.
FIRST PRECAUTIONS CONSIST IN ENSURINGIT IS CAREFULLY CONFINED.
HOWEVER, SOME MEASURES ARE GIVEN IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL LEAKS.
- MAIN HAZARDS:
* Health effects :
- in gaseous phase (in large quantity) : may have a slight anaesthetic effect and/or an asphyxiating
effect as it reduces the oxygen content in the air.

-in liquid phase: may cause cold burn.

* Environment effects: none known by our service.

* Physico-chimical hazards : Extr emely flammable

Under certain conditions forms DEFLAGRATING MIXTURES with the air.
In case of a leak, this gas travels along the ground since it is HEAVIER THAN
AIR,and may ACCUMULATE IN LOW AREAS IF VENTILATION IS LACKING
and may ignite at a distance.
Accidental heating of a container holding this product (in case of fire, for
example) can cause the container to rupture and cause product spillage ; if
ignited, the vapo urs can, under certain conditions, lead to deflagration or
explosion.

- SPECIFIC HAZARD: . none known by our service.In normal conditions

- MAIN SYMPTOMS:. At high concentrations, may cause a narcotic effect on the central nervous
system (headache, dizziness, drowsiness) or a more severe (loss of
consciousnessby depletion ofthe oxygen contentof the atmosphere).

- PRODUCT CLASSIFICATION: . Extremely flammable

Carcinogenic category 1, Mutagen category 2 if volume of 1.3-butadiène is
higher than 0,1%

§ 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

IN CASE OF SERIOUSOR PERSISTENTCONDITIONS,CALL A DOCTOR OR EMERGENCYMEDICALCARE.

- INFORMATIONIN CASE OF :
* inhalation :
* skin contact (with liquid phase) : .
. In case of exposure to heavy concentrations of vapour, transport the person
into fresh air and allow to rest. If the person has breathing problems, call a
doctor and apply mechanical ventilation immediately. Headaches, dizziness,
somnolence and fainting in case of asphyxiation.
Treat affected areas as thermal burns.
Wash the affected areas immediately and copiously with water. Remove
immediately all affected clothing as well as rings and bracelets, if applicable.
Do not remove if these objects adhere to the skin.
Do not attempt to warm up theaffected parts directly (friction, warm bath...).
In case of major injury, take the person to a medical centre for treatment.

* eye contact : . Wash immediately and copiously with water for at least 10 minutes. Cover
the eye with a sterilized compress.Consult a specialist as quickly as
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possible.
- MAIN ACCURATESYMPTOMS:. Headache, dizziness, drowsiness and unconscious ness in cases of
asphyxiation.

- PROTECTION OF LIFEGUA
RDS:. In order to enter an area where gas has been accidentally released:
According to risks of exposure, an insulated breathing apparatus must be worn,
or a safety helmet with a face mask and neck protection, gloves and full body
cover protective clothing and boots (with trousers outside the boots) as
applicable.
They will be made of infusible and fireproof material.
NEVER PENETRATE IN A EXPLOSIVE MIXTURE AREA
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§ 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

- FLASH POINT : . below - 50°C

- EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
* suitable : . Powder.
. CO2, water spray.

* not recommanded : . water jet sprayed on containers holding butane

. The use of foam is ineffective

- SPECIFI HAZARDS: . Incomplete combustion produces gases of varying toxicity such as carbon
Monoxide(CO). These are highly dangerous if inhaled.
Accidental intense heating (in case of fire for example) of a container filled with
this gas can lead to bursting and spreading fothe product whose vapours may
ignite causing deflagration or explosion.
- SPECIFIC FIRE FIGHTING METHODS:
* extinction : . It is dangerous to extinguish a burning flame if it is impossible to stop the leak
rapidly. Extinction of the flame should only be carried out by closing off the
valve,in situations where this is possible.
* protection of storage and containers : . At the outbreak of any fire, remove flammable materials and exposed gas
containers. COMPLETLEYCOOL DOWN fixed and/or semi -mobile tanks and
any containers that are on fire by means of water spray.
* fire on bottle : . Never lay down a bottle on fire, because the gas would then burn in liquid
phase.

- PROTECTIVE MEASURES FORFIREFIGHTERS: . Use water curtains to protect the personnel.Insulated individual breathing
apparatus must be worn in premises with reduced oxygen.

§ 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

- PERSONAL PROTECTION: . If the product is leaking in two phases, avoid skin con
tact with the liquid
product. Do not stay in the gas cloud (mixture of air and butane), stay behind
the source.

In case of spill in a closed area, clear this area, Ventilate thoroughly and
let qualified personnel intervene.

- AFTER SPILLAGE/ LEAKAGE In case of a leak with no fire: stop the leak by closing the valve.
Do not allow to penetrate into sewers, rivers and ground water. In case of gas

- PRÉVENTIONOF SECONDARY RISKS: . Shut off the gas supply.

Eliminate possible causes of ignition. Stop all work that requires an open flame,
stop all vehicles, stop all machines and equipment that may cause sparks or
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flames. Cut off the electric power supply if this operation causes no sparks in
the area containing vapours from the product.
VENTILATE THE PREMISES EXTENSIVELY. Remove combustible material
and, if possible, all exposed LPG reservoirs. Ensure that there is no remaining
risk before resuming normal operations.

§ 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

- HANDLING:

* Technical measures : IN ANY CASE:

NEVER UNDERTAKE ANY OPERATION THAT MAY AFFECT THE SAFE
CONTAINMENT OF THE FIXED STORAGE TANKS OR CONTAINERS.
NEVER WELD A BUTANE CONTAINER.

* Prevention of user exposure : . Handle in well -ventilat ed premises.

Operations involving the inspection, cleaning and maintenance of storage
containers require the application of strict procedures and must be entrusted to
qualified specialist personnel only.
DO NOT SMOKE.
Wear safety boots and fully covering protective clothing GENERATING NO
STATIC ELECTRICITY.

* Prevention of fire and explosion : Use only in well-ventilated premises.

Plan installations so as to avoid the possibility of this gas accumulating in low
areas.
Never heat a tank, a bottle or pipes holding gas with an open flame.
All transfers, loading and unloading from vehicles must be carried out only by
specifically trained personnel and in compliance with applicable procedures.

* Precautions : . Use only soapy water or suitable products to search for leaks.
NEVER USE A FLAME.

IN ANY CASE:
NEVER UNDERTAKE ANY OPERATION THAT MAY AFFECT THE SAFE
CONTAINMENT OF THE FIXED STORAGE TANKS OR CONTAINERS.
NEVER WELD A BUTANE CONTAINER.
- Safe handling advice:
Butane containers in use must be kept in vertical position, so as to avoid the
intrusion of the liquid phase in facilities designed for the gas phase.
Only connect devices designed for butane supply.
In the installations use only materials and equipment specifically designed for
butane. Do not use natural rubber, which dissolves on contact with butane.
Use only standardised pressure relief valves which are Butane/Propane
approved under national or EC standards or covered by a specific ministerial
agreement,appropriate for the control of pressure of the equipment used.
Only use flexible hoses, made of synthetic rubber of appropriate quality, to
connect devices for a length less than 2m.Do not use beyond expirydate.
In case of intermittent use close the tap of the container after use.

- STORAGE : STORE THE BUTANE IN COMPLIANCE WITH VALID REGULATIONS, AS

APPROPRIATE FOR THE TYPE OF STORAGE USED AND THE
QUANTITIES STORED.

* Technical measures : Use blast-proof electrical equipment in hazardous area.

* Storage precautions :
-suitable : . Store in well-ventilated premises and away from any source of ignition or heat.
Do not expose containers holding butane to temperatures exceedi ng 50°C.
Store away from low areas where butane vapours could accumulate in case of
a leak.
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- Not recommanded : . Proximity of combustible material.

BASEMENT STORAGE OF BUTANE IS PROHIBITED.

* Packaging material : . Only use bottlesand tanks that comply with regulations for pressure devices
andthat are designed for butane.

§ 8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION

- TECHNICAL MEASURES : . Any operation inside of a container that has contained liquefied petroleum gas
must be carried out in accordance with appropriate procedures recorded by
competentpersonnel, equipped for these operations.
- PERSONAL PROTECTIVE Q
E UIPMENT(PPE) :

* hands protection : . Handling gloves.

* eyes protection : . Safety glasses in caseof risk of projection

* skin protection :
autre que les mains : . Selon nécessité, écran facial, vêtements couvrants et chaussures de sécurité
antistatiques (manipulation de bouteilles).

§ 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES PROPRIETES PHYSIQUES ET CHIMIQUES

- APPEARANCE

* physic : . Under pressure: liquid

At atmospheric pressure: liquid below -5°C – gazeous over-5°C

* color : . Liquid phase : clear and colourless

Gas phase :colourless

- ODOUR : . CHARACTERISTICAL ODOUR

- PH : . not applicable

- SPECIFIC TEMPERATURES
* boiling point : . about -5°C at 1013 mbar.

* critical temperature : . about 150°C

- FLASH POINT: . below -50°C

- AUTO-INFLAMMATIONTEMPERATURE: . > 400°C

- COMMENTS ON EXPLOSIVI
TY: . Explosive mixtures m
ay form in contact with air.
In range from 1.8% to 8.8% vapour volumes in air.

- GAS PRESSURE: . Pressure below 6,9 bars at 50°C

- SOLUBILITY :
* in water : Slightly soluble.

- OTHER DATA:

* vaporization of LPG liquid : 1 litre of liquid placed under atmospheric pressure gives a volume of vapour
ofapproximately 230 litres.

§ 10. STABILITY AND RÉACTIVITY

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- STABILITY : . Product is stable at normal conditions of storage , handling and usual

temperature.

- CONDITIONS TO AVOID: . Not applicable

- HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITI
ON PRODUCTS: . Not applicable

§ 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

" LPG IS STORED AND HANDLED IN CLOSED SYSTEM UNTIL THEIR DESTRUCTION BY COMBUSTION, CONSEQUENTLY A
HAZARD IS ONLY IN CASE OF LEAK” .

- ACUTE TOXICITY: . Not applicable

- LOCAL EFFECT: . Not applicable

§ 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Due to its high volatility, butane is unlikely to generate soil or water pollution.
. Released into the atmosphere, butane rapidly dilutes and undergoes
photochemicaldecomposition.

§ 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

- W ASTE DISPOSAL: If it is necessary to eliminate butane contained in packaging or in tanks, the
safest way is combustion with appropriate means (torch).
This operation must be carried out only by specifically trained personnel and in
accordance with appropriate procedures.

- DISPOSAL OF CONTAMINA
TED PACKAGING: . Bottles belong to distribution companies; their destruction or disposal are to be
carried out exclusively by these companies.
The disposal of fixed butane containers must be carried out only by competent
companies. For tanks belonging to the distributing companies, this operation is
carried out by the companies themselves or under their responsibility.

§ 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

- UN NUMBER 1965

- road & rail : ADR & RID : Class 2, Classification code : 2F, Hazard label : 2.1, Hazardous
Identification number: 23 Flammable gas

- barge : ADNR : Class 2, Classification code: 2F, Hazard label : 2.1,

- cargo aircraft : forbidden

§ 15. REGULATORLY INFORMATION

- REGLEMENTATION COMMUN
AUTAIRE:

* Labelling : no specifications under malagasy laws

-
- FRENCH LAWS :
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* Huge LPG storage : . Arrêté du 30 juillet 1979

. Nomenclature n° 1412 pour les install ations sans transvasement de capacité
comprises entre 6 t et 50t pour le vrac récipient et pour les dépôts de
bouteilles (récipients, ...).

* Personal houses : . Arrêté du 2 août 1977 (modifié) : Règles techniques et de sécurité applicables
aux installations de gaz combustibles et d'hydrocarbures liquéfiés situés à
l'intérieur des locaux d'habitation ou de leurs dépendances.

* Public buildings : Arrêté du 25/06/80 (Articles GZ)

* High elevation building: Arrêté du 18/10/77

§ 16. OTHER INFORMATION

- AUTRES INFORMATIONS: . R45 : may cause cancer

. R46 :may cause heritable genetic damage
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supersedes the data sheet dated of:

This safety data sheet serves to complete but not to replace the technical product sheets. The information contained herein s given
i in good
faith and is accurate to the best of knowledge at the date indicated above.It is understood by the user that any use of theroduct p for purposes other than
those for which it was designed entails potential risk.The information given hereinni no way dispenses the user from knowing and applying all provisions
regulating his activity.The user bears sole liability for the precautions required when using the
product.The regulatory texts indicated herein are intended to
aid the user to fulfil his obligations. This list is not to be considered completeand exhaustive.It is the user's responsibility to ensure that he is subject to no
other obligations than those mentioned.

Modèle FDS "CFBP/UFIP"- Butane commercial

1993/12

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Nota : Redaction rules in appliance of NF T 01-102 standard.

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