SEMINCK GAS
Gas distributie en Service
Diebeke 12 • B-9500 Geraardsbergen
tel 054/41.41.11 • fax 054/41.40.28
[email protected] • www.seminck.be
Safety Data Sheet
for propane, butane and LPG
1 & 2 Chemical product and company identification
Supplier
Product
Formula
CAS-nr
EINECS-nr
EG-nr
Product use
Main substances
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Seminck Gas
Commercial propane
C3H8
74-98-6
200-827-9
601-003-00-5
Fuel
Propane
Seminck Gas
Commercial butane
C4H10
0106-97-8
203-448-7
601-004-00-0
Fuel
Butane
Seminck Gas
LPG
C3H8 + C4H10
Fuel for automobiles
Mix of propane and butane
Hazards
Flammable products. Heavier than air. Inhalation of vapors causes: dizziness, headache and nausea. When inhaling a high concentration this may result in onconsciousness due to lack of oxygen. Can cause severe frostbite when the liquid
comes into contact with skin or eyes. Frostbite and burn wounds are similar in appearance and severity.
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First Aid measures
Inhalation: bring the victim into fresh air.
Contact with liquid: bring the victim into a heated room. Remove clothing slowly
Contact with bare skin and/or eyes: rinse with plenty of water.
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Fire-fighting measures
Close the gas supply before extinguishing the flame. Apply water from a safe distance to cool storage tanks & cylinders.
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Accidental release measures
Close the gas supply. Provide natural ventilation, if possible prevent the gas from spreading by spraying with water.
Remove any source of ignition.
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Handling and storage
These products are liquid under pressure and will be stored in special containers in a well ventilated area.
Storage tanks must always be grounded. Use only costum accessories (valves, hoses, pressure regulators, ...)
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Exposure controls & personal protection
If contact with the liquid is possible, use suitable protection such as insulating gloves and face protection, ...
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Physical and chemical properties
Commercial propane
Liquid under pressure
Evaporates immediately
Belgian norm
T52-706
Odor
Typical unpleasant odor
Density at 15°C
0,510 kg/l
Density relative to air
1,54 (heavier than air)
Boiling point
-42°C
Vapour pressure at +5°C
5,2 bar
Vapour pressure at + 15°C
7,5 bar
Ignition temperature
450°C
Explosion limits
LEL: 2,4 volume % with air
Max. Ratio
UEL: 9,3 volume % with air
Flame temperature w/ air
1920°C
Calorific value
13,8 kWh
MAK (mg/m3)
1800 mg/m3
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Commercial butane
Liquid under pressure
Evaporates immediately
T52-706
Typical unpleasant odor
0,570 kg/l
2,07 (heavier than air)
+ 1°C
0,8 bar
1,7 bar
405°C
LEL: 1,8 volume % with air
UEL: 8,8 volume % with air
1915°C
13,7 kWh
1800 mg/m3
LPG fuel
Liquid under pressure
Evaporates immediately
EN 589
Typical unpleasant odor
0,540 kg/l
1,81 (heavier than air)
- 20°C
3,0 bar
4,6 bar
430°C
LEL: 1,8 volume %
UEL: 9,3 volume %
1920°C
13,8 kWh
1800 mg/m3
Stability and reactivity
After combustion with air: CO, CO2 and water are left
Avoid contact with strong oxidizers.
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Toxicological information
Toxicological effects of these products are unknown.
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Ecological information
These products will not cause any pollution to the soil, water or air.
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Disposal considerations
According to local, national regulations. Preferably by controlled combustion
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Transport information
ADR: Class 2, 2F
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UN nr: 1965
GI nr: 23
Label: figure 3
Regulatory information
- Symbol F + R12: lightly flammable product
- The EG-nr
- S9: Keep in a well ventilated area
- S16: Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking
- S33: Take precautionary measures against static electricity.
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Other information
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user.
All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described
herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
SEMINCK GAS
Gas distributie en Service
Diebeke 12 • B-9500 Geraardsbergen
tel 054/41.41.11 • fax 054/41.40.28 • [email protected] • www.seminck.be