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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Arsine

by Praxair Inc

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Arsine is supplied by Praxair Inc under product code P-4565. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 13 October 2016. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 13 Oct 2016
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: P-4565
CAS Number: 7784-42-1

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS08Health hazard

GHS09Environment

GHS04Gas under pressure

GHS02Flammable

GHS06Acute toxicity

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H220: Extremely flammable gas.
H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H330: Fatal if inhaled.
H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Arsine issued by Praxair Inc on 13 October 2016 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Medium Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H330: Fatal if inhaled

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P284 Wear respiratory protection.

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

4 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H220: Extremely flammable gas

P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so

P403 Store in a well-ventilated place

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.

P377 Leaking gas fi re: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H351: Suspected of causing cancer

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and un-derstood.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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