Safety data sheet

Helium, refrigerated liquid.

Creation date : 27.01.2005 Version : 2.0 DE / E SDS No. : 8320
Revision date : 20.12.2010 page 1 / 2

1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND

OF THE COMPANY Precautionary Statement Disposal
Product name
Helium, refrigerated liquid.
EC No (from EINECS): 231-168-5 3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS No: 7440-59-7 Substance/Preparation: Substance.
Index-Nr. - Components/Impurities
Chemical formula He Helium, refrigerated liquid.
REACH Registration number: CAS No: 7440-59-7
Listed in Annex IV/V of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH), Index-Nr.: -
exempted from registration. EC No (from EINECS): 231-168-5
Known uses REACH Registration number:
Not known. Listed in Annex IV/V of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH),
Company identification exempted from registration.
Linde AG, Linde Gas Division, Seitnerstraße 70, D-82049 Pullach Contains no other components or impurities which will influence the
E-Mail Address Info@de.linde-gas.com classification of the product.
Emergency phone numbers (24h): 089-7446-0
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Inhalation
Classification of the substance or mixture In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may
include loss of mobility/consciousness. Victim may not be aware of
Classification acc. to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008/EC asphyxiation. Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self
(CLP/GHS) contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a
Press. Gas - Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped.
or injury. Skin/eye contact
Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
Classification acc. to Directive 67/548/EEC & 1999/45/EC In case of frostbite spray with water for at least 15 minutes. Apply a
Not classified as hazardous to health. sterile dressing. Obtain medical assistance.
Asphyxiant in high concentrations. Ingestion
Risk advice to man and the environment Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
Refrigerated liquefied gas. Contact with productmay cause cold
burns or frostbite. 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Specific hazards
Label Elements Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode. Non
flammable.
- Labelling Pictograms Hazardous combustion products
None.
Suitable extinguishing media
All known extinguishants can be used.
Specific methods
If possible, stop flow of product. Move container away or cool with
water from a protected position.
- Signal word Special protective equipment for fire fighters
Warning In confined space use self-contained breathing apparatus.

- Hazard Statements 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

EIGA-As Asphyxiant in high concentrations. Personal precautions
H281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause Evacuate area. Use protective clothing. Wear self-contained
cryogenic burns or injury. breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is
proved to be safe. Ensure adequate air ventilation.
- Precautionary Statements Environmental precautions
Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any
Precautionary Statement Prevention place where its accumulation can be dangerous. Try to stop release.
P282 Wear cold insulating gloves/face Clean up methods
shield/eye protection. Ventilate area.

Precautionary Statement Reaction 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

P336+P315 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water.
Handling
Do no rub affected area. Get immediate
Suck back of water into the container must be prevented. Do not
medical advice/attention.
allow backfeed into the container. Use only properly specified
equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure and
Precautionary Statement Storage
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.

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 Safety data sheet
Helium, refrigerated liquid.
Creation date : 27.01.2005 Version : 2.0 DE / E SDS No. : 8320
Revision date : 20.12.2010 page 2 / 2

temperature. Contact your gas supplier if in doubt. Refer to IMDG

supplier's handling instructions. Class 2.2
Storage UN number and proper shipping name
Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place. Observe UN 1963 Helium, refrigerated, liquid
"Technische Regeln Druckgase (TRG) 280 Ziffer 5" Labels 2.2
Packing Instruction P203
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION EmS FC, SV

Personal protection IATA

Protect eyes, face and skin from liquid splashes. Ensure adequate Class 2.2
ventilation. UN number and proper shipping name
UN 1963 Helium, refrigerated, liquid
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Labels 2.2
Packing Instruction P202
General information Other transport information
Appearance/Colour: Colourless liquid. Ensure vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load
Odour: None. and knows what to do in the event of an accident or an emergency.
Important information on environment, health and safety Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid transport on vehicles where the
Molecular weight: 4 g/mol load space is not separated from the driver's compartment. Before
Boiling point: -269 °C transporting product containers ensure that they are firmly secured.
Critical temperature: -268 °C Ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Autoignition temperature: Not applicable.
Flammability range: Not applicable. 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Relative density, gas: 0,14
Relative density, liquid: 0,12 Further national regulations
Solubility mg/l water: 1,5 mg/l Pressure Vessel Regulation
Other data Regulations for the prevention of industrial accidents
Gas/vapour heavier than air. May accumulate in confined spaces, Water pollution class
particularly at or below ground level. Not polluting to waters according to VwVwS from 17.05.99.
TA-Luft
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Not classified according to TA-Luft.
Stability and reactivity
Stable under normal conditions. Liquid spillages can cause 16 OTHER INFORMATION
embrittlement of structural materials. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. The hazard of
asphyxiation is often overlooked and must be stressed during
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION operator training. Before using this product in any new process or
General experiment, a thorough material compatibility and safety study
No known toxicological effects from this product. should be carried out.
Advice
Whilst proper care has been taken in the preparation of this
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION document, no liability for injury or damage resulting from its use can
be accepted. Details given in this document are believed to be
General correct at the time of going to press.
Can cause frost damage to vegetation. Further information
Linde safety advice
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS No. 1 Handling of refrigerated liquid gases
General No. 3 Oxygen deficiency
Do not discharge into any place where its accumulation could be No. 7 Safe handling of gas cylinders and cylinder bundles
dangerous. Contact supplier if guidance is required. No. 11 Transport of gas receptacles in vehicles
EWC Nr. 16 05 05

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ADR/RID
Class 2 Classification Code 3A
UN number and proper shipping name
UN 1963 Helium, refrigerated, liquid
UN 1963 Helium, refrigerated, liquid
Labels 2.2 Hazard number 22
Packing Instruction P203

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