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of leak or move leaking container to well-ventilated area. Flammable vapors may spread from spill. Before entering area,
especially confined areas, check atmosphere with appropriate device.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Prevent waste from contaminating surrounding environment. Keep personnel away. Discard any product, residue,
disposable container or liner in an environmentally acceptable manner, in full compliance with Federal, state and local
regulations.
H. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (specify type): Select in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134. Respirators shall be
acceptable to MSHA and NIOSH.
VENTILATION
LOCAL EXHAUST—Explosion-proof system is acceptable. See “SPECIAL.”
MECHANICAL (general)—Inadequate. See “SPECIAL.”
SPECIAL—Use in a closed system.
OTHER—See
“SPECIAL.”
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Preferred for cylinder handling and to prevent liquid exposure.
EYE PROTECTION: Select in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.33.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Metatarsal shoes for cylinder handling. Protective clothing where needed. Select in
accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132 and 1910.133.
I. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
DANGER:
Flammable, liquefied gas under pressure.
Use piping and equipment adequately designed to withstand pressures to be encountered. May form explosive mixtures
with air. Ground all equipment. Only use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Keep away from heat, sparks,
and open flame. Store and use with adequate ventilation at all times. Use only in a closed system. Close valve when not in
use and when empty. Keep away from oxidizing agents.
MIXTURES: When two or more gases, or liquefied gases are mixed, their hazardous properties may combine to create
additional, unexpected hazards. Obtain and evaluate the safety information for each component before you produce the
mixture. Consult an industrial Hygienist, or other trained person when you make your safety evaluation of the end product.
Remember, gases and liquids have properties which can cause serious injury or death.
Be sure to read and understand all labels and other instructions supplied with all containers of this product.
Note: Compatibility with plastics should be confirmed prior to use. For safety information on general handling of
compressed gas cylinders, obtain a copy of pamphlet P-1, “Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers” from the
Compressed Gas Association, Inc., 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202.
OTHER HANDLING AND STORAGE CONDITIONS: Never work on a pressurized system. If there is a leak, close the
cylinder valve, blow down the system by venting to a safe place, then repair the leak.
The opinions expressed herein are those qualified experts within Union Carbide. We believe that the information contained
herein is current as of the date of this Material Safety Data Sheet. Since the use of this information and these opinions and
the conditions of the use of the product are not within the control of Union Carbide, it is the user’s obligation to determine to
condition of safe use of the product.
General Offices:
In the USA:
In Canada:
Union Carbide Corporation
Union Carbide Canada Limited
Linde
Division
Linde
Division
39 Old Ridgebury Road
123 Eglinton Avenue East
Danbury, CT 06817-0001
Toronto, Ontario M4P IJ3
Propane Safety Precautions
