Safety data sheet

Helium, compressed.
Creation date : 27.01.2005 Version : 1.2 DE / E SDS No. : 8312
Revision date : 02.11.2009 page 1 / 2

1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND Suck back of water into the container must be prevented. Use only
OF THE COMPANY properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its
Product name supply pressure and temperature. Contact your gas supplier if in
Helium, compressed. doubt. Refer to supplier's handling instructions.
Chemical formula He Storage
Known uses Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place. Observe
Not known. "Technische Regeln Druckgase (TRG) 280 Ziffer 5"
Company identification
Linde AG, Linde Gas Division, Seitnerstraße 70, D-82049 Pullach 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
E-Mail Adress Direkt@de.linde-gas.com
Emergency phone numbers (24h): 089-7446-0 Personal protection
Ensure adequate ventilation.
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Asphyxiant in high concentrations. General information
Risk advice to man and the environment Appearance/Colour: Colourless gas.
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Odour: None.
Compressed gas. Important information on environment, health and safety
Molecular weight: 4 g/mol
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Melting point: -272,2 °C
Substance/Preparation: Substance. Boiling point: -269 °C
Components/Impurities Critical temperature: -268 °C
CAS Nr: 7440-59-7 Autoignition temperature: Not applicable.
EEC Nr (from EINECS) : 231-168-5 Flammability range: Not applicable.
Contains no other components or impurities which will influence the Relative density, gas: 0,14
classification of the product. Relative density, liquid: 0,12
Solubility mg/l water: 1,5 mg/l
4 FIRST AID MEASURES Maximum filling pressure (bar): 300 bar
Inhalation
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
include loss of mobility/consciousness. Victim may not be aware of Stability and reactivity
asphyxiation. Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self Stable under normal conditions.
contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a
doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped. 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
General
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES No known toxicological effects from this product.
Specific hazards
Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode. Non 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
flammable. General
Hazardous combustion products No known ecological damage caused by this product.
None.
Suitable extinguishing media 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
All known extinguishants can be used.
Specific methods General
If possible, stop flow of product. Move container away or cool with Do not discharge into any place where its accumulation could be
water from a protected position. dangerous. To atmosphere in a well ventilated place. Contact
Special protective equipment for fire fighters supplier if guidance is required.
In confined space use self-contained breathing apparatus. EWC Nr. 16 05 05

6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Personal precautions ADR/RID
Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when Class 2 Classification Code 1A
entering area unless atmosphere is proved to be safe. Ensure UN number and proper shipping name
adequate air ventilation. UN 1046 Helium, compressed
Environmental precautions UN 1046 Helium, compressed
Try to stop release. Labels 2.2 Hazard number 20
Clean up methods Packing Instruction P200
Ventilate area.

7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling

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 Safety data sheet
Helium, compressed.
Creation date : 27.01.2005 Version : 1.2 DE / E SDS No. : 8312
Revision date : 02.11.2009 page 2 / 2

IMDG Labelling
Class 2.2 - Symbols
UN number and proper shipping name No symbol required.
UN 1046 Helium, compressed - Risk Phrases
Labels 2.2 RAs Asphyxiant in high concentrations.
Packing Instruction P200 - Safety Phrases
EmS FC, SV S9 Keep container in well ventilated place.
S23 Do not breathe the gas.
IATA
Class 2.2 16 OTHER INFORMATION
UN number and proper shipping name Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. The hazard of
UN 1046 Helium, compressed asphyxiation is often overlooked and must be stressed during
Labels 2.2 operator training. Before using this product in any new process or
Packing Instruction P200 experiment, a thorough material compatibility and safety study
should be carried out.
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Advice
Number in Annex I of Dir 67/548 Whilst proper care has been taken in the preparation of this
Not included in Annex I. document, no liability for injury or damage resulting from its use can
EC Classification be accepted. Details given in this document are believed to be
Not classified as hazardous to health. correct at the time of going to press.
Further informations
Linde safety adivce
No. 3 Oxygen deficiency
No. 7 Safe handling of gas cylinders and cylinder bundles
No. 11 Transport of gas receptacles in vehicles

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