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* 1 Identification of substance
· Product details
· Trade name: Propane
· Article number: 011-01-0003
· Creation date: 08/16/2006
· Manufacturer/Supplier:
Linde Canada Limited Linde .
5860 Chedworth Way 575 Mountain Avenue .
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 0A2 Murray Hill, NJ 07974 .
Telephone (905) 501-1700 Telephone (908) 464-8100 .
24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 24-HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:
(905) 501-0802 CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 .
Please ensure that this MSDS is received by the appropriate person.
· Information department: Customer Service Centre: 1-866-385-5349

* 2 Composition/Data on components
· Chemical characterization:
· CAS No. Description
74-98-6 Propane
· Identification number(s)
· EINECS Number: 200-827-9
601-003-00-5

* 3 Hazards identification
· Hazard description:

Extremely flammable

· WHMIS-symbols:
A - Compressed gas
B1 - Flammable gas

· HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4)
HEALTH 0 Health = 0
FIRE 4 Fire = 4
REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0
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· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4)
Health = 0
4 Fire = 4
0 0 Reactivity = 0
· Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
Extremely flammable.
· Classification system:
The classification is in line with internationally approved calculation standards. It is expanded, however, by
information from technical literature and by information furnished by supplier companies.
· GHS label elements

Danger

2.2/1 - Extremely flammable gas.

Warning

2.5/L - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

· Prevention:
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
· Response:
Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
· Storage:
Store in a well-ventilated place.
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

* 4 First aid measures

· After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
· After skin contact: Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
· After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for at least 15 minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
· After swallowing: Not applicable

* 5 Fire fighting measures

· Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
· Protective equipment: Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.

* 6 Accidental release measures

· Person-related safety precautions:
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Ensure adequate ventillation.
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Eliminate ignition sources
Stop leak - ONLY if possible to do so without risk.
· Measures for environmental protection: Prevent seepage into sewage system, workpits and/or cellars.
· Measures for cleaning/collecting: Ensure adequate ventillation.

* 7 Handling and storage

· Handling: Do not mix with air or oxygen above atmospheric pressure.
· Information for safe handling:
Open and handle cylinder with care.
Handle with care. Avoid jolting, friction, and impact.
Use only in well ventilated areas.
Store cylinders upright with valve protection cap in place and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked
over.
· Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C. Do not pierce or
burn, even after use.
· Storage:
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:
Store in a cool location.
Do not expose cylinder to temperatures higher than 50°C (122 °F)
· Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Store away from oxidizing agents.
Store separately from cylinders containing oxygen or oxidants by a minimum distance of 20' or by a barrier of
non-combustible material at least 5' high having a fire resistant rating of at least 30minutes.
Sources of ignition should be removed from storage area.
· Further information about storage conditions:
Keep cylinder valve tightly closed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
Store cylinder in a well ventilated area.
Store in accordance with local fire code and/or building code or any pertaining regulations.

* 8 Exposure controls and personal protection

· Additional information about design of technical systems:
Adequate local ventillation.
Safety showers and eyewash stations should be nearby.
· Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
74-98-6 Propane (23-100%)
EL 1000 ppm
· Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
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· Personal protective equipment:

· General protective and hygienic measures:
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Protective clothing should be kept free of oil and grease.
PPE should be inspected and maintained regularly to retain it's effectiveness.
· Breathing equipment:
Use atmosphere-supplying respirators (e.g. supplied-air: demand, pressure-demand, or continuous-flow or self-
contained breathing apparatus: demand or pressure-demand or combination supplied-air with auxiliary self-
contained air supply atmosphere-supplying respirator) in case of insufficient ventilation.
· Protection of hands:

Protective gloves.

· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
· Eye protection: Safety glasses

* 9 Physical and chemical properties

· General Information
Form: Gaseous.
Color: Colorless
Odor: Specific type
· Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: -189.9°C
Boiling point/Boiling range: -44°C
· Flash point: Not applicable.
· Ignition temperature: 470°C
· Danger of explosion: In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
· Explosion limits:
Lower: 1.7 Vol %
Upper: 10.9 Vol %
· Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water at 20°C: 0.008 g/l

* 10 Stability and reactivity

· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
· Dangerous reactions
May form explosive gas mixture with air.
May react with oxidizing agents.
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· Dangerous products of decomposition: No dangerous decomposition products known.

11 Toxicological information
· Acute toxicity:
· LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: LC50 > 5000ppm
· Primary irritant effect:
· on the skin: No irritating effect.
· on the eye: No irritating effect.
· Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.

12 Ecological information
· General notes: Generally not hazardous for water.

* 13 Disposal considerations
· Product:
· Recommendation: Unused product should be returned to vendor.
· Uncleaned packagings:
· Recommendation:
Cylinder and unused product should be returned to vendor. Disposable
cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: None applicable.

* 14 Transport information
· TDG and DOT regulations:

· Hazard class: 2
· Identification number: UN1978
· Packing group: -
· Proper shipping name (technical name): PROPANE
· Label 2.1
· Packaging group: -
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· Maritime transport IMDG:

· IMDG Class: 2.1

· UN Number: 1978
· Label 2.1
· Packaging group: -
· EMS Number: F-D,S-U
· Marine pollutant: No
· Proper shipping name: PROPANE
· Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:

· ICAO/IATA Class: 2
· UN/ID Number: 1978
· Label 2.1
· Packaging group: -
· Propper shipping name: PROPANE
· UN "Model Regulation": UN1978, PROPANE, 2.1

* 15 Regulations
· Sara
· Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
Substance is not listed.
· Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
Substance is not listed.
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
Substance is listed.
· Proposition 65
· Chemicals known to cause cancer:
Substance is not listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
Substance is not listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
Substance is not listed.
· Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
Substance is not listed.
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· Cancerogenity categories
· EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
Substance is not listed.
· NTP (National Toxicology Program)
Substance is not listed.
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
Substance is not listed.
· NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
Substance is not listed.
· OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
Substance is not listed.
· Canadian substance listings:
· Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL)
Substance is listed.
· Canadian Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 0.1%)
Substance is not listed.
· Canadian Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 1%)
Substance is not listed.
· Product related hazard informations:
The product was classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
· Hazard symbols:
Extremely flammable
· Risk phrases:
Extremely flammable.
· Safety phrases:
Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.

Please refer to the section 3 for NFPA and HMIS Hazard Codes.

DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and make
no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein, and assume no
responsibility regarding the suitability of this information for the user’s intended purposes or for the consequences
of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for their particular
purpose(s).

GENERAL DISCLAIMER
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For terms and conditions, including limitation of liability, please refer to the purchase agreement in effect between
Linde Inc. (or any of its affiliates and subsidiaries) and the purchaser.
· Department issuing MSDS: Customer Service Centre: 1-866-385-5349
· Abbreviations and Acronyms:
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service (Division of the American Chemical Society)
DOT: US Department of Transportation
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
HMIS: Hazardous Material Identification System
IATA: International Air Transportation Association
IATA-DGR: Dangerous Goods Regulations by the “International Air Transportation Association”
ICAO: International Civil Aviation Association
ICAO-TI: Technical Instructions by the “International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
IMDG: International Marine Code for Dangerous Goods
WHIMS: Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
LC50: Lethal Concentration, 50 Percent
LD50: Lethal Dose, 50 Percent
N/A: Not Applicable
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