Product ID:5-50 PPM ETHANOL IN AIR
MSDS Date:Nov 03 1999
MSDS Number: EEEQP
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300

Telephone: (USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)

COMPRESSED AIR, BREATHING AIR

CAS: 132259-10-0

Fraction By Weight: 99.995-99.9995%

ETHYL ALCOHOL

CAS: 64-17-5

Fraction By Weight: 0.00050-0.00500%

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No IARC:No OSHA:No
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
uncontaminated area. Get medical attention. SKIN CONTACT: Wash
exposed skin with soap and water. EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with
plenty of water. INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get
medical attention. NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Consider need versus risk.

Flash Point:Not applicable
Autoignition Temp:Not applicable
Lower Limits:Not applicable
Upper Limits:Not applicable
Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well
after the fire is out. Do not get water directly on material. Avoid
inhalation of material or combustion by-products.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Negligible fire hazard. Containers may
rupture or explode if exposed to heat.

Spill Release Procedures:Stop leak if possible without personal risk.
Neutralizing Agent:

Handling and Storage Precautions:STORAGE AND HANDLING PRACTICES:
Compressed gases can present significant safety hazards. Store
cylinders away from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits.
Cylinders should be stored upright (with valve protection cap in
place). For additional and specific safe practices consult the
following Compressed Gas Association (CGA) publications: P-1 "Safe
Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders", AV-1 "Safe Handling and
Storage of Compressed Gases", and "Compressed Handbook".
Other Precautions:

Respiratory Protection:Respiratory protection is not generally needed
when using this product. Maintain airborne contaminant
concentrations below guidelines listed in this Section. If
respiratory protection is needed, use only protection authorized in
the U.S. Federal OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR
1910.134), equivalent U.S. state standards, or the Canadian CSA
Standard Z94.4-93.
Ventilation:Provide local exhaust ventilation system. Ensure compliance
with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Protective gloves are not required under normal
conditions.
Eye Protection:Eye protection not required under normal conditions.
Other Protective Equipment:Protective clothing is not required under
normal conditions.
Supplemental Safety and Health
ETHYL ALCOHOL: ETHYL ALCOHOL (ETHANOL): 1000 ppm (1900 mg/m3) OSHA TWA
1000 ppm ACGIH TWA 1000 ppm (1900 mg/m3) NIOSH recommended TWA 10
hour(s)

Boiling Pt:-317 F (-194 C) (AIR, COMPRESSED)
Melt/Freeze Pt:Not available
Vapor Pres:760 mmHg @ -194 C (AIR, COMPRESSED)
Vapor Density:1.0 (AIR, COMPRESSED)
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:Not available
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:Not
available
Corrosion Rate:

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Stable at normal temperatures
and pressure.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Protect from physical damage and heat.
Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products:
miscellaneous decomposition products Thermal decomposition
products: miscellaneous decomposition products
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

Waste Disposal Methods:Dispose of in accordance with all U.S.,
Canadian, and European EC regulations. Return cylinders with
residual product to Matheson Tri-Gas. Do not dispose of locally.

Toxicological Information:5-50 PPM ETHANOL IN AIR: MEDICAL CONDITIONS
AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: skin disorders

Disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department
of Defense. The United States of America in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.

Ecological:Not available

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Air, compressed ID NUMBER: UN1002 HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.2
LABELING REQUIREMENTS: Nonflammable gas

SARA Title III Information: SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated. SARA TITLE
III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
regulated. SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21): ACUTE: No CHRONIC: No FIRE: No
REACTIVE: No SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
CFR 372.65): Not regulated.
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Not regulated. OSHA PROCESS SAFETY
(29CFR1910.119): Not regulated.
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Not regulated.