SAFETY DATA SHEET

Oxygen

Section 1. Identification
GHS product identifier : Oxygen
Chemical name : oxygen
Other means of : Molecular oxygen; Oxygen molecule; Pure oxygen; O2; UN 1072; Dioxygen; Oxygen
identification USP, Aviators Breathing Oxygen (ABO)
Product use : Synthetic/Analytical chemistry.
Synonym : Molecular oxygen; Oxygen molecule; Pure oxygen; O2; UN 1072; Dioxygen; Oxygen
USP, Aviators Breathing Oxygen (ABO)
SDS # : 001043
Supplier's details : Airgas USA, LLC and its affiliates
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253

24-hour telephone : 1-866-734-3438

Section 2. Hazards identification

OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200).
Classification of the : OXIDIZING GASES - Category 1
substance or mixture GASES UNDER PRESSURE - Compressed gas

GHS label elements

Hazard pictograms :

Signal word : Danger

Hazard statements : May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer.
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
Precautionary statements
General : Read and follow all Safety Data Sheets (SDSS) before use. Read label before use.
Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or
label at hand. Close valve after each use and when empty. Use equipment rated for
cylinder pressure. Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use.
Use a back flow preventative device in the piping. Use only equipment of compatible
materials of construction. Open valve slowly. Use only with equipment cleaned for
Oxygen service.
Prevention : Keep away from clothing, incompatible materials and combustible materials. Keep
reduction valves, valves and fittings free from oil and grease.
Response : In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.
Storage : Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52C/125F. Store in a well-
ventilated place.
Disposal : Not applicable.
Hazards not otherwise : None known.
classified

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Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients

Substance/mixture : Substance
Chemical name : oxygen
Other means of : Molecular oxygen; Oxygen molecule; Pure oxygen; O2; UN 1072; Dioxygen; Oxygen
identification USP, Aviators Breathing Oxygen (ABO)

CAS number/other identifiers

CAS number : 7782-44-7
Product code : 001043
Ingredient name % CAS number
oxygen 100 7782-44-7
Any concentration shown as a range is to protect confidentiality or is due to batch variation.
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting
in this section.
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.

Section 4. First aid measures

Description of necessary first aid measures
Eye contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention.
Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If
not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial
respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the person providing
aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Get medical attention if adverse health effects
persist or are severe. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical
attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,
tie, belt or waistband.
Skin contact : Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean
shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Ingestion : As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section.

Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin contact : Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Frostbite : Try to warm up the frozen tissues and seek medical attention.
Ingestion : As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary

Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Specific treatments : No specific treatment.

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Section 4. First aid measures

Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may
be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

See toxicological information (Section 11)

Section 5. Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
media
Unsuitable extinguishing : None known.
media

Specific hazards arising : Contains gas under pressure. Oxidizing material. This material increases the risk of
from the chemical fire and may aid combustion. Contact with combustible material may cause fire. In a
fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst or explode.
Hazardous thermal : No specific data.
decomposition products

Special protective actions : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
for fire-fighters there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable
training. Contact supplier immediately for specialist advice. Move containers from fire
area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool. If involved in fire, shut off flow immediately if it can be done without risk.
Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
equipment for fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Section 6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
personnel Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area.
Avoid breathing gas. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders : If specialised clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information
in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For non-
emergency personnel".

Environmental precautions : Ensure emergency procedures to deal with accidental gas releases are in place to avoid
contamination of the environment. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has
caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Small spill : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof
tools and explosion-proof equipment.
Large spill : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof
tools and explosion-proof equipment. Note: see Section 1 for emergency contact
information and Section 13 for waste disposal.

Section 7. Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

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Section 7. Handling and storage

Protective measures : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Contains gas under
pressure. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing gas. Keep away
from clothing, incompatible materials and combustible materials. Keep reduction valves
free from grease and oil. Empty containers retain product residue and can be
hazardous. Do not puncture or incinerate container. Use equipment rated for cylinder
pressure. Close valve after each use and when empty. Protect cylinders from physical
damage; do not drag, roll, slide, or drop. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder
movement.

Advice on general : Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is
occupational hygiene handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating,
drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before
entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene
measures.

Conditions for safe storage, : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area.
including any Store away from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from
incompatibilities incompatible materials (see Section 10). Separate from acids, alkalies, reducing agents
and combustibles. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.
Cylinders should be stored upright, with valve protection cap in place, and firmly
secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Cylinder temperatures should not
exceed 52 C (125 F).

Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
oxygen None.

Appropriate engineering : Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control worker exposure to airborne
controls contaminants.
Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure
controls they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some
cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment
will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Individual protection measures

Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before
eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety
showers are close to the workstation location.
Eye/face protection : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,
gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unless
the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: safety glasses with side-
shields.
Skin protection
Hand protection : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be
worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is
necessary. Considering the parameters specified by the glove manufacturer, check
during use that the gloves are still retaining their protective properties. It should be
noted that the time to breakthrough for any glove material may be different for different
glove manufacturers. In the case of mixtures, consisting of several substances, the
protection time of the gloves cannot be accurately estimated.
Body protection : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before
handling this product.

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Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Other skin protection : Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected
based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a
specialist before handling this product.
Respiratory protection : Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance
Physical state : Gas. [Compressed gas.]
Color : Colorless. Blue.
Molecular weight : 32 g/mole
Molecular formula : O2
Boiling/condensation point : -183C (-297.4F)
Melting/freezing point : -218.4C (-361.1F)
Critical temperature : -118.15C (-180.7F)

Odor : Odorless.
Odor threshold : Not available.
pH : Not available.
Flash point : [Product does not sustain combustion.]
Burning time : Not applicable.
Burning rate : Not applicable.
Evaporation rate : Not available.
Flammability (solid, gas) : Extremely flammable in the presence of the following materials or conditions: reducing
materials, combustible materials and organic materials.
Lower and upper explosive : Not available.
(flammable) limits
Vapor pressure : Not available.
Vapor density : 1.1 (Air = 1)
Specific Volume (ft /lb)3
: 12.0482
Gas Density (lb/ft 3) : 0.083
Relative density : Not applicable.
Solubility : Not available.
Solubility in water : Not available.
Partition coefficient: n- : 0.65
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature : Not available.
Decomposition temperature : Not available.
SADT : Not available.
Viscosity : Not applicable.

Section 10. Stability and reactivity

Reactivity : No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

Chemical stability : The product is stable.

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Section 10. Stability and reactivity

Possibility of hazardous : Hazardous reactions or instability may occur under certain conditions of storage or use.
reactions Conditions may include the following:
contact with combustible materials
Reactions may include the following:
risk of causing fire

Conditions to avoid : No specific data.

Incompatible materials : Highly reactive or incompatible with the following materials:

combustible materials
reducing materials
grease
oil

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

Hazardous polymerization : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Section 11. Toxicological information

Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Not available.
Irritation/Corrosion
Not available.
Sensitization
Not available.
Mutagenicity
Not available.
Carcinogenicity
Not available.
Reproductive toxicity
Not available.
Teratogenicity
Not available.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not available.
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not available.
Aspiration hazard
Not available.

Information on the likely : Not available.

routes of exposure
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

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Section 11. Toxicological information

Skin contact : Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Ingestion : As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section.

Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics

Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.

Delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects from short and long term exposure
Short term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Long term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Potential chronic health effects
Not available.

General : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Numerical measures of toxicity

Acute toxicity estimates
Not available.

Section 12. Ecological information

Toxicity
Not available.

Persistence and degradability

Not available.

Bioaccumulative potential
Product/ingredient name LogPow BCF Potential
oxygen 0.65 - low

Mobility in soil
Soil/water partition : Not available.
coefficient (KOC)

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Section 12. Ecological information

Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Section 13. Disposal considerations

Disposal methods : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Disposal
of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the
requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any
regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products
via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to
the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.
Empty Airgas-owned pressure vessels should be returned to Airgas. Waste packaging
should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered when recycling is
not feasible. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Empty
containers or liners may retain some product residues. Do not puncture or incinerate
container.

Section 14. Transport information

DOT TDG Mexico IMDG IATA
UN number UN1072 UN1072 UN1072 UN1072 UN1072
UN proper OXYGEN, OXYGEN, OXYGEN, OXYGEN, OXYGEN,
COMPRESSED COMPRESSED COMPRESSED COMPRESSED COMPRESSED
shipping name
Transport 2.2 (5.1) 2.2 2.2 (5.1) 2.2 (5.1) 2.2 (5.1)
hazard class(es)

Packing group - - - - -
Environment No. No. No. No. No.
Additional Limited quantity Product classified as - - Passenger and Cargo
Yes. per the following AircraftQuantity
information sections of the limitation: 75 kg
Packaging instruction Transportation of Cargo Aircraft Only
Passenger aircraft Dangerous Goods Quantity limitation: 150
Quantity limitation: 75 Regulations: 2.13-2.17 kg
kg (Class 2), 2.23-2.25
(Class 5).
Cargo aircraft
Quantity limitation: 150 Explosive Limit and
kg Limited Quantity Index
0.125
Special provisions
A52 ERAP Index
3000

Passenger Carrying
Ship Index
50

Passenger Carrying
Road or Rail Index
75

Special provisions
42

Refer to CFR 49 (or authority having jurisdiction) to determine the information required for shipment of the
product.

Special precautions for user : Transport within users premises: always transport in closed containers that are
upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the
event of an accident or spillage.

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Section 14. Transport information

Transport in bulk according : Not available.
to Annex II of MARPOL
73/78 and the IBC Code

Section 15. Regulatory information

U.S. Federal regulations : TSCA 8(a) CDR Exempt/Partial exemption: This material is listed or exempted.
United States inventory (TSCA 8b): This material is listed or exempted.

Clean Air Act Section 112 : Not listed

(b) Hazardous Air
Pollutants (HAPs)
Clean Air Act Section 602 : Not listed
Class I Substances
Clean Air Act Section 602 : Not listed
Class II Substances
DEA List I Chemicals : Not listed
(Precursor Chemicals)
DEA List II Chemicals : Not listed
(Essential Chemicals)
SARA 302/304
Composition/information on ingredients
No products were found.
SARA 304 RQ : Not applicable.
SARA 311/312
Classification : Sudden release of pressure
Composition/information on ingredients
Name % Fire Sudden Reactive Immediate Delayed
hazard release of (acute) (chronic)
pressure health health
hazard hazard
oxygen 100 No. Yes. No. No. No.

State regulations
Massachusetts : This material is listed.
New York : This material is not listed.
New Jersey : This material is listed.
Pennsylvania : This material is listed.
International regulations
International lists
National inventory
Australia : This material is listed or exempted.
Canada : This material is listed or exempted.
China : This material is listed or exempted.
Europe : This material is listed or exempted.
Japan : Not determined.
Malaysia : Not determined.
New Zealand : This material is listed or exempted.
Philippines : This material is listed or exempted.
Republic of Korea : This material is listed or exempted.
Taiwan : This material is listed or exempted.

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Section 15. Regulatory information

Canada
WHMIS (Canada) : Class A: Compressed gas.
Class C: Oxidizing material.
CEPA Toxic substances: This material is not listed.
Canadian ARET: This material is not listed.
Canadian NPRI: This material is not listed.
Alberta Designated Substances: This material is not listed.
Ontario Designated Substances: This material is not listed.
Quebec Designated Substances: This material is not listed.

Section 16. Other information

Canada Label requirements : Class A: Compressed gas.
Class C: Oxidizing material.
Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.)
Health 0

Flammability 0
Physical hazards 3

Caution: HMIS ratings are based on a 0-4 rating scale, with 0 representing minimal hazards or risks, and 4
representing significant hazards or risks Although HMIS ratings are not required on SDSs under 29 CFR 1910.
1200, the preparer may choose to provide them. HMIS ratings are to be used with a fully implemented HMIS
program. HMIS is a registered mark of the National Paint & Coatings Association (NPCA). HMIS materials
may be purchased exclusively from J. J. Keller (800) 327-6868.
The customer is responsible for determining the PPE code for this material.
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)

0 Flammability
Health 0 0 Instability/Reactivity
Special

Reprinted with permission from NFPA 704-2001, Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency
Response Copyright 1997, National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269. This reprinted material is
not the complete and official position of the National Fire Protection Association, on the referenced subject
which is represented only by the standard in its entirety.
Copyright 2001, National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269. This warning system is intended to
be interpreted and applied only by properly trained individuals to identify fire, health and reactivity hazards of
chemicals. The user is referred to certain limited number of chemicals with recommended classifications in
NFPA 49 and NFPA 325, which would be used as a guideline only. Whether the chemicals are classified by NFPA
or not, anyone using the 704 systems to classify chemicals does so at their own risk.
Procedure used to derive the classification
Classification Justification
Ox. Gas 1, H270 Expert judgment
Press. Gas Comp. Gas, H280 According to package
History
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Section 16. Other information

Key to abbreviations : ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF = Bioconcentration Factor
GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
IATA = International Air Transport Association
IBC = Intermediate Bulk Container
IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods
LogPow = logarithm of the octanol/water partition coefficient
MARPOL 73/78 = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships,
1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" = marine pollution)
UN = United Nations
References : Not available.
Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version.
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named
supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

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