Safety Data Sheet

Version 1.11 SDS Number 300000000067

Revision Date 08/01/2016 Print Date 02/02/2019

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product name : Helium - 3

Chemical formula : He

Synonyms : Helium, Helium gas, Gaseous helium, Balloon gas

Product Use Description : General Industrial

Manufacturer/Importer/Distribu : Air Products and Chemicals, Inc

tor 7201 Hamilton Blvd.
Allentown, PA 18195-1501
GST No. 123600835 RT0001
QST No. 102753981 TQ0001

Telephone : 1-610-481-4911 Corporate

1-800-224-2724 CSO

Emergency telephone number : 800-523-9374 USA

(24h) +1 610 481 7711 International

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

GHS classification
Gases under pressure - Compressed gas.
Simple Asphyxiant
GHS label elements
Hazard pictograms/symbols

Signal Word: Warning

Hazard Statements:
H280:Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

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May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.

Precautionary Statements:
Storage : P410+P403:Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Hazards not otherwise classified

Use a back flow preventative device in the piping.
Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure.
Read and follow the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use.
High pressure gas.
Can cause rapid suffocation.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Components CAS Number Concentration

(Volume)
Helium 7440-59-7 100 %

Concentration is nominal. For the exact product composition, please refer to technical specifications.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General advice : Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing
apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial
respiration if breathing stopped.

Eye contact : In case of direct contact with eyes, seek medical advice.

Skin contact : Adverse effects not expected from this product.

Ingestion : Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped or is labored, give assisted
respirations. Supplemental oxygen may be indicated. If the heart has stopped,
trained personnel should begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately. In
case of shortness of breath, give oxygen.

Most important : Exposure to oxygen deficient atmosphere may cause the following symptoms:
symptoms/effects - acute and Dizziness. Salivation. Nausea. Vomiting. Loss of mobility/consciousness.
delayed

Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment

Treatment : If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
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Suitable extinguishing media : All known extinguishing media can be used.

Specific hazards : Upon exposure to intense heat or flame, cylinder will vent rapidly and or rupture
violently. Product is nonflammable and does not support combustion. Move
away from container and cool with water from a protected position. Keep
containers and surroundings cool with water spray. Most cylinders are designed
to vent contents when exposed to elevated temperatures.

Special protective equipment : Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
for fire-fighters

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions, : Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
Protective Equipment, and when entering area unless atmosphere is proved to be safe. Monitor oxygen
Emergency Procedures level. Ventilate the area.

Environmental precautions : Do not discharge into any place where its accumulation could be dangerous.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for cleaning up : Ventilate the area.

Additional advice : If possible, stop flow of product. Increase ventilation to the release area and
monitor oxygen level. If leak is from cylinder or cylinder valve, call the
emergency telephone number. If the leak is in the user's system, close the
cylinder valve and safely vent the pressure before attempting repairs.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling
Protect cylinders from physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide or drop. Do not allow storage area temperature
to exceed 50°C (122°F). Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle compressed
gases/cryogenic liquids. Before using the product, determine its identity by reading the label. Know and
understand the properties and hazards of the product before use. When doubt exists as to the correct handling
procedure for a particular gas, contact the supplier. Do not remove or deface labels provided by the supplier for
the identification of the cylinder contents. When moving cylinders, even for short distances, use a cart (trolley,
hand truck, etc.) designed to transport cylinders. Leave valve protection caps in place until the container has
been secured against either a wall or bench or placed in a container stand and is ready for use. Use an
adjustable strap wrench to remove over-tight or rusted caps. Before connecting the container, check the
complete gas system for suitability, particularly for pressure rating and materials. Before connecting the
container for use, ensure that back feed from the system into the container is prevented. Ensure the complete
gas system is compatible for pressure rating and materials of construction. Ensure the complete gas system has
been checked for leaks before use. Employ suitable pressure regulating devices on all containers when the gas
is being emitted to systems with lower pressure rating than that of the container. Never insert an object (e.g.
wrench, screwdriver, pry bar, etc.) into valve cap openings. Doing so may damage valve, causing a leak to
occur. Open valve slowly. If user experiences any difficulty operating cylinder valve discontinue use and contact
supplier. Close container valve after each use and when empty, even if still connected to equipment. Never
attempt to repair or modify container valves or safety relief devices. Damaged valves should be reported
immediately to the supplier. Close valve after each use and when empty. Replace outlet caps or plugs and
container caps as soon as container is disconnected from equipment. Do not subject containers to abnormal
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mechanical shock. Never attempt to lift a cylinder by its valve protection cap or guard. Do not use containers as
rollers or supports or for any other purpose than to contain the gas as supplied. Never strike an arc on a
compressed gas cylinder or make a cylinder a part of an electrical circuit. Do not smoke while handling product
or cylinders. Never re-compress a gas or a gas mixture without first consulting the supplier. Never attempt to
transfer gases from one cylinder/container to another. Always use backflow protective device in piping. When
returning cylinder install valve outlet cap or plug leak tight. Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to
raise the pressure of a container. Containers should not be subjected to temperatures above 50°C (122°F).

Storage
Open/close valve slowly. Close when not in use. Wear Safety Eye Protection. Check Safety Data Sheet before
use. Use a back flow preventative device in the piping. Use only with equipment rated for cylinder pressure.
Read and follow the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use. Full containers should be stored so that oldest stock
is used first. Containers should be stored in a purpose build compound which should be well ventilated,
preferably in the open air. Stored containers should be periodically checked for general condition and leakage.
Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers. Protect containers stored in the
open against rusting and extremes of weather. Containers should not be stored in conditions likely to encourage
corrosion. Containers should be stored in the vertical position and properly secured to prevent toppling. The
container valves should be tightly closed and where appropriate valve outlets should be capped or plugged.
Container valve guards or caps should be in place. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated
place. Store containers in location free from fire risk and away from sources of heat and ignition. Full and empty
cylinders should be segregated. Do not allow storage temperature to exceed 50°C (122°F). Return empty
containers in a timely manner.

Technical measures/Precautions
Containers should be segregated in the storage area according to the various categories (e.g. flammable, toxic,
etc.) and in accordance whit local regulations. Keep away from combustible material.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering measures
Provide natural or mechanical ventilation to prevent oxygen deficient atmospheres below 19.5% oxygen.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection : Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or positive pressure airline with
mask are to be used in oxygen-deficient atmosphere.
Air purifying respirators will not provide protection. Users of breathing
apparatus must be trained.

Hand protection : Wear working gloves when handling gas containers.

Eye protection : Safety glasses recommended when handling cylinders.

Skin and body protection : Safety shoes are recommended when handling cylinders.

Special instructions for : Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

protection and hygiene

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Remarks : Simple asphyxiant.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance : Compressed gas. Colorless gas

Odor : No odor warning properties.

Odor : Mixture contains one or more component(s) which have the following odor: No
odor warning properties.

Odor threshold : No data available.

pH : Not applicable.

Melting point/range : No data available.

Boiling point/range : -452 °F (-268.9 °C)

Flash point : Not applicable.

Evaporation rate : Not applicable.

Flammability (solid, gas) : Refer to product classification in Section 2

Upper/lower : No data available.

explosion/flammability limit

Vapor pressure : Not applicable.

Water solubility : 0.0015 g/l

Relative vapor density : 0.138 (air = 1) Lighter or similar to air.

Relative density : No data available.

Partition coefficient (n- : Not applicable.

octanol/water)

Auto-ignition temperature : No data available.

Decomposition temperature : No data available.

Viscosity : Not applicable.

Molecular Weight : 4 g/mol

Density : 0.012 lb/ft3 (0.0002 g/cm3) at 70 °F (21 °C) Note: (as vapor)

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Specific Volume : 96.68 ft3/lb (6.0349 m3/kg) at 70 °F (21 °C)

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical Stability : Stable under normal conditions.

Conditions to avoid : No data available.

Materials to avoid : No data available.

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

Possibility of hazardous : No data available.

Reactions/Reactivity

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure
Effects on Eye : In case of direct contact with eyes, seek medical advice.

Effects on Skin : Adverse effects not expected from this product.

Inhalation Effects : In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Asphyxiation may bring about
unconsciousness without warning and so rapidly that victim may be unable to
protect themselves.

Ingestion Effects : Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Symptoms : Exposure to oxygen deficient atmosphere may cause the following symptoms:
Dizziness. Salivation. Nausea. Vomiting. Loss of mobility/consciousness.

Acute toxicity

Acute Oral Toxicity : No data is available on the product itself.

Inhalation : No data is available on the product itself.

Acute Dermal Toxicity : No data is available on the product itself.

Skin corrosion/irritation : No data available.

Serious eye damage/eye : No data available.

irritation

Sensitization. : No data available.

Chronic toxicity or effects from long term exposures

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Carcinogenicity : No data available.

Reproductive toxicity : No data is available on the product itself.

Germ cell mutagenicity : No data is available on the product itself.

Specific target organ systemic : No data available.

toxicity (single exposure)

Specific target organ systemic : No data available.

toxicity (repeated exposure)

Aspiration hazard : No data available.

Delayed and Immediate Effects and Chronic Effects from Short and Long Term Exposure

Not applicable.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity effects
Aquatic toxicity : No data is available on the product itself.

Toxicity to other organisms : No data available.

Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability : No data is available on the product itself.

Mobility : Because of its high volatility, the product is unlikely to cause ground pollution.

Bioaccumulation : Refer to Section 9 "Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)".

Further information
This product has no known eco-toxicological effects.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste from residues / unused : Contact supplier if guidance is required. Return unused product in original
products cylinder to supplier.

Contaminated packaging : Return cylinder to supplier.

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT
UN/ID No. : UN1046
Proper shipping name : Helium, compressed
Class or Division : 2.2
Label(s) : 2.2
Marine Pollutant : No

IATA
UN/ID No. : UN1046
Proper shipping name : Helium, compressed
Class or Division : 2.2
Label(s) : 2.2
Marine Pollutant : No

IMDG
UN/ID No. : UN1046
Proper shipping name : HELIUM, COMPRESSED
Class or Division : 2.2
Label(s) : 2.2
Marine Pollutant : No

TDG
UN/ID No. : UN1046
Proper shipping name : HELIUM, COMPRESSED
Class or Division : 2.2
Label(s) : 2.2
Marine Pollutant : No

Further Information
Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated from the driver's compartment.
Ensure vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event
of an accident or an emergency. The transportation information is not intended to convey all specific
regulatory data relating to this material. For complete transportation information, contact customer
service.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) 12(b) Component(s):

None.

Country Regulatory list Notification

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USA TSCA Included on Inventory.

EU EINECS Included on Inventory.
Canada DSL Included on Inventory.
Australia AICS Included on Inventory.
Japan ENCS Included on Inventory.
South Korea ECL Included on Inventory.
China SEPA Included on Inventory.
Philippines PICCS Included on Inventory.

EPA SARA Title III Section 312 (40 CFR 370) Hazard Classification
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard.

US. California Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act (Proposition 65)
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or any other
harm.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

NFPA Rating
Health : 0
Fire : 0
Instability : 0
Special : SA

HMIS Rating
Health : 0
Flammability : 0
Physical hazard : 3

Prepared by : Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Global EH&S Product Safety Department

Telephone : 1-610-481-4911 Corporate

1-800-224-2724 CSO

Preparation Date : 02/02/2019

For additional information, please visit our Product Stewardship web site at
http://www.airproducts.com/productstewardship/

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