Linde Gas LLC LLC AGA GAS, INC. (216) (216)642-6600 642-6600 Linde Gas P.O.

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PRODUCT NAME CAS #

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET No. 146

Natural Gas Methane = = 8006-14-2 74-82-8

Natural Gas
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS

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DOT I.D. No.:

UN 1971 Division 2.1 CH4 + Traces of N2 and C2H6 Aliphatic Hydrocarbon

Natural gas, compressed

DOT Hazard Class: CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS

Natural Gas, Methane

ISSUE DATES AND REVISIONS

Formula

Chemical Family:

Revised January 1995

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT

Methane (Natural Gas) is defined as a simple asphyxiant (ACGIH 1994-1995). Oxygen levels should be maintained at greater than (Continued on Page 4)
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

Inhalation: High concentrations of natural gas so as to exclude an adequate supply of oxygen to the lungs causes dizziness, deeper breathing due to air hunger, possible nausea and eventual unconsciousness.

TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

Natural gas is inactive biologically and essentially nontoxic; therefore, the major property is the exclusion of an adequate supply of oxygen to the lungs. Natural gas is not listed in the IARC, NTP or by OSHA as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen. Persons in ill health where such illness would be aggravated by exposure to natural gas should not be allowed to work with or handle this product.

RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT

PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE TO NATURAL GAS. RESCUE PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND BE COGNIZANT OF EXTREME FIRE AND EXPLOSION tiAZARD. Inhalation: Conscious persons should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from the contaminated area is most important. Unconscious persons should be moved to an uncontaminated area, given assisted respiration and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.

Information contained in this material safety data sheet is offered without charge for use by technically qualified personnel at their discretion and risk. All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests and data which we believe to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed and no warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto. This information is not intended as a license to operate under or a recommendation to practice or infringe any patent of this Company or others covering any process, composition of matter or use. Since the Company shall have no control of the use of the product described herein, the Company assumes no liability for loss or damage incurred from the proper or improper use of such product.

Natural Gas

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HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, OR GASES

Forms explosive or flammable mixtures with most oxidizers (oxygen, chlorine, fluorine, etc.) Is flammable over a wide range in air.

PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT LIQUID DENSITY AT BOILING POINT

-258.6F (-161.4C)
VAPOR PRESSURE

26.5 lb/ft3 (424.5 kg/m3)

GAS DENSITY AT 700F. 1 atm

@ 70F (21.1C) = Above the critical temperature of -116.6F (-82.6C)

SOLUBILITY IN WATER

0.0416 lb/ft3 (.6664 kg/m3)

FREEZING POINT

Negligible N/A (Gas)

-296.5F (-182.5C)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (AIR=1)

EVAPORATION RATE

@ 70F (21.1C) = 0.56 Colorless, odorless gas

APPEARANCE AND ODOR

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT (Method used) AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE FLAMMABLE LIMITS % BY VOLUME (See Page 4)

-306F (-188C) (CC)

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

1076F (580C)

LEL

UEL

15

ELECTRICAL CLASSIFICATION

Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES

Class 1, Group D

If possible, stop the flow of natural gas. Use water spray to cool surrounding containers.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

Should flame be extinguished and flow of gas continue, increase ventilation to prevent flammable or explosive mixture formation.

REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID

Unstable

None

Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid)

X
Oxidizers None
CONDITIONS TO AVOID

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION

May Occur Will Not Occur

None

X SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED

Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in users equipment, be certain to purge piping with an inert gas prior to attempting repairs. If leak is in container or container valve, contact your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD

Do not attempt to dispose of waste or unused quantities. Return in the shipping container properly labeled, with any valve outlet plugs or caps secured and valve protection cap in place to your supplier for proper disposal. For emergency disposal, contact your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Specify type) VENTILATION

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SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Positive pressure air line with mask or selt- contained breathing apparatus should be available for emerqency use.
LOCAL EXHAUST SPECIAL

To prevent accumulation above the LEL Hood with forced ventilation

PROTECTIVE GLOVES MECHANICAL (Gen.) OTHER

N/A N/A

In accordance with electrical codes Plastic or Rubber

EYE PROTECTION

Safety goggles or glasses

OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Safety shoes, safety shower, eyewash fountain

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS*
SPECIAL LABELING INFORMATION

DOT Shipping Name: DOT Shipping Label:

SPECIAL HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS

Natural gas, compressed Flammable Gas

DOT Hazard Class: I.D. No.:

Division 2.1 UN 1971

Use only in well-ventilated areas. Valve protection caps must remain in place unless container is secured with valve outlet piped to use point. Do not drag, slide or roll cylinders. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement. Use a pressure reducing regulator when connecting cylinder to lower pressure (<3,000 psig) piping or systems. Do not heat cylinder by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the cylinder. Use a check valve or trap in the discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow into the cylinder. For additional handling recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Associations Pamphlets P-1, P-14, and Safety Bulletin SB-2.

SPECIAL STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

Protect cylinders from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas of noncombustible construction away from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature where cylinders are stored to exceed 125F (52C). Cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and empty cylinders should be segregated. Use a first in - first out inventory system to prevent full cylinders being stored for excessive periods of time. Post No Smoking or Open Flames signs in the storage or use area. There should be no sources of ignition in the storage or use area. For additional storage recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Associations Pamphlets P-1, P-14, and Safety Bulletin SB-2.

SPECIAL PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS

Natural gas is noncorrosive and may be used with any common structural material.

OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS

Earth-ground and bond all lines and equipment associated with the natural gas system. Electric equipment should be non-sparking or explosion proof. Compressed gas cylinders should not be refilled except by qualified producers of compressed gases. Shipment of a compressed gas cylinder which has not been filled by the owner or with his (written) consent is a violation of Federal Law (49CFR). (Continued on Page 4)
*Various Government Agencies (i.e. Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or use of this product which will not be reflected in this data sheet. The customer should review these regulations to ensure that he is in full compliance.

Natural Gas PRODUCT NAME: (Continued) NOTE: Natural gas is composed mainly of methane with trace amounts of nitrogen, ethane and possibly carbon dioxide. The Department of Transportation considers methane and natural gas (with high methane content) to be the same material. Where appropriate, the data in this data sheet will be for methane.

HEALTH HAZARD DATA TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT: (Continued) 18 molar % at normal atmospheric pressure (pO2>135 torr). OSHA 1993 PEL (8 Hr. TWA) for methane = None listed. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS: (Continued) Always secure cylinders in an upright position before transporting them. NEVER transport cylinders in trunks of vehicles, enclosed vans, truck cabs or in passenger compartments. Transport cylinders secured in open flatbed or in open pick-up type vehicles. Reporting under SARA, Title III, Section 313 not required. NFPA 704 No. for natural gas = 1 4 0 None