SDS

R-290
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SDS: PROPANE Page 2 of 6
Current Issue Date: January 2021
Inhalation
Acts as simple asphyxiant.
Ingestion
Ingestion is not a normal route of exposure for gases
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME CAS NUMBER WEIGHT %
Propane 74-98-6 100
COMMON NAMES and SYNONYMS
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) R-290
There are no impurities or stabilizers that contribute to the classification of the material identified in Section 2
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
EYES:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of warm water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
INHALATION:
Immediately remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
qualified personnel may give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
INGESTION:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
ADVICE TO PHYSICIAN:
No specific treatment. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large amounts have been inhaled or ingested.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
FLASH POINT:
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: 468 C (874 F)
UPPER EXLOSIVE LIMIT (volume % in air): 9.5%
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (volume % in air): 2.2%
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: These products are carbon oxides (CO,CO
2
).
UNUSUAL FIRE HAZARDS:
Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge of oxidizing materials.