MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC. -- PHOSGENE -- - 
=====================  Product Identification  =====================

Product ID:PHOSGENE
MSDS Date:Jan 24 1989
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
Box:City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:530 WATSON STREET
Box:City:WHITBY
State:ZIP:L1N 5R9
Country:ONTARIO, CANADA
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:


=============  Composition/Information on Ingredients  =============

Ingred Name:PHOSGENE
CAS:75-44-5
Fraction by Wt: 100.0%

=====================  Hazards Identification  =====================

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No    IARC:No	OSHA:No
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE:
    irritation (possibly severe), lack of sense of smell, vomiting,
    chest pain, difficulty breathing, headache, dizziness, bluish skin
    color, lung congestion, lung damage, death LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same
    as effects reported in short term exposure SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM
    EXPOSURE: irritation (possibly severe) LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as
    effects reported in short term exposure EYE CONTACT: SHORT TERM
    EXPOSURE: burns, tearing, eye damage LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as
    effects reported in short term exposure INGESTION: SHORT TERM
    EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects LONG TERM
    EXPOSURE: no information is available
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

=======================  First Aid Measures  =======================

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
    uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
    If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
    qualified personnel. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT:
    If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of
    lukewarm water (105-115 F; 41-46 C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm
    water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get
    immediate medical attention. EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with plenty of
    water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical
    attention. INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical
    attention. NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen.

=====================  Fire Fighting Measures  =====================

Flash Point:not flammable
Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
    Use regular foam or flood with fine water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Do not get water inside container. Move
    container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool
    containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Stay
    away from the ends of tanks. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate
    hazard area and deny entry.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Negligible fire hazard.

==================  Accidental Release Measures  ==================

Neutralizing Agent:

======================	Handling and Storage  ======================

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
    all current regulations and standards. Notify State Emergency
    Response Commission for storage or use at amounts greater than or
    equal to the TPQ (U.S. EPA SARA Section 302). SARA Section 303
    requires facilities storing a material with a TPQ to participate in
    local emergency response planning (U.S. EPA 40 CFR 355.30). Protect
    from physical damage. Store outside or in a detached building.
    Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep separated from incompatible
    substances.
Other Precautions:

=============  Exposure Controls/Personal Protection  =============

Respiratory Protection:The following respirators and maximum use
    concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or OSHA. 1 ppm Any
    supplied-air respirator. 2 ppm Any self-contained breathing
    apparatus with a full facepiece. Any supplied-air respirator with a
    full facepiece. Escape - Any air-purifying respirator with a full
    facepiece and a canister providing protection against this
    substance. Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing
    apparatus. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately Dangerous to
    Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with full facepiece
    and operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
    in combination with a separate escape supply. Any self-contained
    breathing apparatus with a full facepiece.
Ventilation:Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation
    system. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Eye Protection:Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a faceshield.
    Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in
    the immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:Wear appropriate chemical resistant
    clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
 PHOSGENE: 0.1 ppm (0.4 mg/m3) OSHA TWA 0.1 ppm ACGIH TWA 0.1 ppm (0.4
    mg/m3) NIOSH recommended TWA 10 hour(s) 0.2 ppm (0.8 mg/m3) NIOSH
    recommended ceiling 15 minute(s)

==================  Physical/Chemical Properties  ==================

Boiling Pt:46 F (8 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-195 F (-126 C)
Vapor Pres:1180 mmHg @ 20 C
Vapor Density:3.4
Spec Gravity:1.4
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:hydrolyzes
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:hay-like
    odor, pungent odor
Corrosion Rate:

=================  Stability and Reactivity Data  =================

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Contact with water or moist air
    may form flammable and/or toxic gases or vapors.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Minimize contact with material. Avoid
    inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Containers may
    rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products:
    miscellaneous decomposition products Thermal decomposition
    products: miscellaneous decomposition products
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

===================  Toxicological Information	===================

Toxicological Information:PHOSGENE: LOCAL EFFECTS: Corrosive:
    inhalation, skin, eye ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL: Insufficient Data.

=====================  Ecological Information  =====================

Ecological:Not available

====================  Disposal Considerations  ====================

Waste Disposal Methods:Subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR
    262. Hazardous Waste Number(s): P095. Dispose in accordance with
    all applicable regulations.

===================  MSDS Transport Information  ===================

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
    Phosgene ID NUMBER: UN1076 HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.3 LABELING
    REQUIREMENTS: Poison gas; Corrosive QUANTITY LIMITATIONS: PASSENGER
    AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR: Forbidden CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY: Forbidden

=====================  Regulatory Information  =====================

SARA Title III Information:  SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
    HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30):   PHOSGENE: 10LBSTPQ	SARA
    TITLE III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR
    355.40):   PHOSGENE: 10LBSRQ  SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312
    HAZARDOUS CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):   ACUTE: Yes	CHRONIC: No 
    FIRE: No  REACTIVE: Yes  SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes  SARA TITLE III
    SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65):   PHOSGENE
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
    SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4):	PHOSGENE: 10LBSRQ OSHA PROCESS SAFETY
    (29CFR1910.119):  PHOSGENE: 100LBSTQ
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Not regulated.

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