SAFETY DATA SHEET

Helium
PRODUCT: HELIUM MSDS NR: EIGC-HEL-008 VERSION: 2.01 DATE: 1/8/04 PAGE: 1/2

1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/

PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY 10 FIRST AID MEASURES
Product name Helium Inhalation
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation.
Chemical formula He
Symptoms may include loss of mobility/consciousness.
Emergency see below Victim may not be aware of asphyxiation. Remove
phone Nos victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained
breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped.
Ingestion
Hazards identification Compressed gas In high
Ingestion is not considered a potential route of
concentrations may
exposure.
cause asphyxiation.
11 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Specific hazards Exposure to fire may cause
Substance/Preparation Substance
containers to rupture/explode. Non
Components/Impurities Contains no other flammable
components or impurities
Hazardous None
which will influence the
combustion
classification of the
products
product.
Suitable All known extinguishants can be
CAS Nr 07440-59-7
extinguishing used.
media
4 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Specific methods If possible,
Molecular weight 4
stop flow of product. Move away
Melting point Not applicable from the container and cool with
water from a protected position.
Boiling point -269C
Special protective In confined space use self
Critical temperature -268C
equipment for contained breathing apparatus.
Relative density, gas 0.14 (air=1) fire fighters
Relative density, liquid Not applicable
12 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Vapour Pressure 20C Not applicable
Personal precautions
Solubility mg/l water 1.5 mg/l Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing
apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is
Appearance/Colour Colourless gas
proved to be safe. Ensure adequate air ventilation.
Odour None
Environmental precautions
Try to stop release.
5 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Clean up methods
Stable under normal conditions.
Ventilate area.
6 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
No known toxicological effects from this product. To atmosphere in a well ventilated place. Do not
discharge into any place where its accumulation could
7 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION be dangerous. Contact supplier if guidance is required.
No known ecological damage caused by this product.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
8 HANDLING AND STORAGE UN Nr 1046
Suck back of water into the container must be Class 2.2
prevented. Do not allow backfeed into the container.
ADR/RID
Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable
Classification Code 2,1 A
for this product, its supply pressure and temperature.
Contact your gas supplier if in doubt. Refer to supplier's ADR/RID Hazard Nr 20
container handling instructions. Keep container below
Labelling ADR Label 2: non flammable
50C in a well ventilated place.
non toxic gas
9 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL Other transport information
PROTECTION Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not
separated from the drivers compartment. Ensure
Ensure adequate ventilation.
vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the
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Helium
PRODUCT: HELIUM MSDS NR: EIGC-HEL-008 VERSION: 2.01 DATE: 1/8/04 PAGE: 2/2

load and knows what to do in the event of an accident - Symbols Label 2: non flammable non toxic
or an emergency. Before transporting product gas
containers ensure that they are firmly secured and:
- cylinder valve is closed and not leaking 16 OTHER INFORMATION
- valve outlet cap nut or plug (where provided) is
Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.
correctly fitted
Asphyxiant in high concentrations. Keep container in
- valve protection device (where provided) is correctly
well ventilated place. Do not breathe the gas. The
fitted
hazard of asphyxiation is often overlooked and must be
- adequate ventilation
stressed during operator training. Users of breathing
- compliance with applicable regulations.
apparatus must be trained. Before using this product in
any new process or experiment, a thorough material
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
compatibility and safety study should be carried out.
Number in Annex I Not included in Annex I Details given in this document are believed to be
of Dir 67/548 correct at the time of going to press. Whilst proper care
has been taken in the preparation of this document, no
Labelling of cylinders
liability for injury or damage resulting from its use can
be accepted.

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