Product ID:ARGON, COMPRESSED
MSDS Date:Mar 07 1990
MSDS Number: EEERH
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)

ARGON, COMPRESSED

CAS: 7440-37-1

Fraction By Weight: 100.0%

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No IARC:No OSHA:No
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE:
nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tingling sensation, suffocation,
convulsions, coma LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant
adverse effects SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information
on significant adverse effects LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information
is available EYE CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on
significant adverse effects LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is
available INGESTION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: ingestion of a gas is
unlikely LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
qualified personnel. Get immediate 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: For inhalation, consider
oxygen.

Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
Use regular foam or flood with fine water spray.
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. Stay away from the ends of tanks. Withdraw
immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety device or
any discoloration of tanks due to fire. For tank, rail car or tank
truck, evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile).
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Negligible fire hazard. Pressurized
containers may rupture or explode if exposed to sufficient heat.

Spill Release Procedures:Stop leak if possible without personal risk.
Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry.
Stay upwind and keep out of low areas.
Neutralizing Agent:

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
all current regulations and standards. Subject to storage
regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. Keep separated from
incompatible substances.
Other Precautions:

Respiratory Protection:Under conditions of frequent use or heavy
exposure, respiratory protection may be needed. Respiratory
protection is ranked in order from minimum to maximum. Consider
warning properties before use. For Unknown Concentrations or
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air
respirator with full facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or
other positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape
supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full
facepiece.
Ventilation:Provide local exhaust ventilation system. Ensure compliance
with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Eye Protection:Eye protection not required, but recommended.
Other Protective Equipment:Protective clothing is not required.
Supplemental Safety and Health
ARGON, COMPRESSED: ARGON: ACGIH (simple asphyxiant)

Boiling Pt:-303 F (-186 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-308 F (-189 C)
Vapor Pres:500 mmHg @ -190 C
Vapor Density:1.380
Spec Gravity:Not applicable
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:3.36% @ 20 C
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:odorless
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: No
data available. Thermal decomposition products: No data available.
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

Waste Disposal Methods:Dispose in accordance with all applicable
regulations.

Toxicological Information:Not available

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:
Argon, compressed ID NUMBER: UN1006 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: Yes 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.