S-Labor-001-2022 (Form Propane/Autogas)

S-labor-001-2022

Safety Data Sheet

Propane /Autogas
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1. Identification of the Substance/Mixture and of the Company/Undertaking
1.1. Product Name:

Propane Autogas

1.2. Name of Manufacturing Company:

××××××××

Product Code:××××

FAX Number:××-××××-××××

Address:

×××××××××, Tokyo, Japan

Phone Number:××-××××-××××

Emergency Phone Number:××-××××-×××× (Attn: XXX Department)

Email Address:

××××@×××

1.3. Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet:
Address:
Phone Number:

FAX Number:

Emergency Phone Number:
Email Address:
1.4. Recommended Use of the:Chemical and Restrictions on Use:

2. Hazards Identification
2.1. Classification:[Physicochemical Hazards]
Flammable Gases:

Category 1

Gases Under Pressure:

Liquefied gas[Health Hazards]
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure):

Category 2 Circulatory System
Category 3 Narcotic Effects

Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure):

Category 2 Central Nervous System[Environmental Hazards]
Not Applicable

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2.2. GHS Label Elements:
Pictogram:

Signal Word:

DangerHazard Statements:

Extremely flammable gas
Contains gas under pressure: may explode if heated
Circulatory system disorders
May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Causes damage to the central nervous system damage through prolonged orrepeated exposure

2.3. Precautionary Statements
2.3.1– Prevention:

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces — No Smoking
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid breathing gas/spray.

2.3.2– Response:

Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
If inhaled, remove the victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortablefor breathing.

2.3.3 – Storage:

Protect from sunlight.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep containers tightly closed.
Store in a location that is inaccessible to outsiders.

2.4. Precautionary Statements – Disposal:
Return used containers to the distributor as soon as possible.
2.5. National / Regional Information:
High-pressure gas as defined in Article 2 of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act andis a flammable gas.
Liquefied petroleum gas as defined in Article 2 of the Act on the Securing of Safety
and the Optimization of Transactions of Liquefied Petroleum Gas and is a
flammable gas.
Flammable gas as defined in item 5 specified in Table 1 of the Order for
Enforcement of Industrial Safety and Health Act.

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3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Classification of Chemical Substances and Mixtures: Mixture
Concentration or
Chemical nameconcentration range

MITI No.

CAS No.

90% to less than 100%(2)-374-98-6

0% to less than 10%(2)-4(Weight %)Propanen-Butane
Isobutane
EthaneLess than 3.4% (Note)

Ethylene

106-97-8
75-28-5(2)-2

74-84-0(2)-1274-85-1

PropyleneLess than 10% (Note)(2)-13

115-07-1

MethanolLess than 0.24%(2)-201

67-56-1(Note) Concentration in Propane

4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:

In case of massive inhalation, measures for oxygen deprivation should be taken.
If necessary, seek medical attention.

Skin Contact:

Treat for frostbite.

Eye Contact:

Rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Ingestion:

Same as in case of inhalation or skin contact.

Most Important Symptoms and Effects, both Acute and Delayed:
Frostbite occurs when liquid gas adheres to the skin.
Inhalation of high concentrations of gas causes loss of consciousness in a single
breath. If this condition persists, it can be fatal.
Protection of First-aiders:

In areas where the product is leaking or gushing, wear protective equipment toprevent skin contact.
Ventilate the area well where the product is leaking or gushing, as the oxygen
concentration in the air may be low.
Ventilate the area well when the concentration of leaked gas is about 1.8 to 9.5% of
the air, because there is a risk of explosion in the presence of an ignition source.
In the outdoors, use spray nozzles or other means to sprinkle water and prevent
explosions.

Special Precautions for Physicians:
No information available

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5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, ABC or BC type powder extinguisher is recommended
in case of small fires.
Sprinkling and spraying water is recommended in case of large fires.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Straight stream
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical:
Highly flammable/highly combustible gas
The product may ignite easily.
Heating may cause the container to explode.
Specific Extinguishing Methods :Cut off the gas supply. Cool the surrounding area by spraying water with nozzles orother means to prevent the spread of fire.
Spray water from upwind to cool the container while extinguishing the surroundingfire.
In case of a perimeter fire, move the container to a safe location.
Leaked gas should be diffused by water spray or other means to prevent explosion.
If gas leakage can be prevented, extinguish with fire extinguishing agent.
If gas leakage cannot be prevented, do not extinguish the fire and allow fire to burn.
Evacuate all unrelated persons to a safe place.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters:
Use air respirators and protective clothing when extinguishing fires.

6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures:
The product will explode if there is an ignition source within the concentration
range of about 1.8% to 9.5% in the air, so stay away from it if safety cannot be
confirmed.
Ventilate well to prevent asphyxiation hazards because the volume increases about
250 times, while the oxygen concentration in the air is reduced when vaporized.
When liquefied gas comes in direct contact with the body, the heat ofvaporization causes frostbite. Wear dry leather gloves if necessary.
Wear antistatic clothing and shoes, leather gloves. Use air respirators and protective
clothing as necessary.
Environmental Precautions:

No information available.

Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up:
Stop the leakage if it is not dangerous to do so. If possible, rotate the leaking
vessel so that gas, not liquid, is released to the air.
Sprinkle water to reduce evaporation and prevent vapor diffusion.

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Ground all equipment when handling spills.
Measures to Prevent Secondary Accidents:
Remove ignition sources in the vicinity. Cut off gas supply.
Stop the leak at the leakage point.
Since the product is heavier than air in specific gravity, there is a risk ofaccumulation. Measures such as ventilation and diffusion should be taken.

7. Handling and Storage
7.1. Handling:
Technical Measures:

Take measures to prevent containers from tipping over or falling.
Do not handle them roughly.
Always use a pressure regulator, not directly from the container, except in special
cases of use.
Use soapy water or other foaming solution to check for leaks at joints, hoses, piping,and equipment.

Local Exhaust and General Ventilation:
Adequate air supply and exhaust shall be provided to prevent incomplete
combustion.
Precautions for Safe Handling:
Take measures when using the product in areas where there is a risk ofaccumulation.
The product mixes with air or oxygen easily to form an explosive gas mixture.
Be very careful about leaks because of high hazard due to its low lower explosive
limit (i.e. approximately 1.8% to 9.5%).
Since the product is highly flammable, any use of fire in the vicinity is strictly
prohibited.
Containers with removable protective caps should be kept closed when not in use.
Do not use up the gas in the container to the end in order to preserve residualpressure.
Contact Avoidance:

See "10. Stability and reactivity”.

7.2. Storage:
Conditions for Safe Storage:

Containers should be placed in a dry area with good drainage and ventilation.
Keep containers out of direct sunlight and at temperatures 40°C (104°F) or lower.
Store in a location that is inaccessible to outsiders.
Post warning signs clearly indicating "flammable gas" or "LP Gas" when storing
containers in a container yard.
Containers filled with toxic gases and oxygen should be kept in separate.
Container storage area is provided.
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2-meters around the container storage area when a container storage area isprovided, except when necessary barriers are provided.
Promptly return used containers to the distributor.
Safe Container Material:

The container shall be a liquefied petroleum gas container as defined in the High
Pressure Gas Safety Act.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
8.1. Exposure Guidelines:
Japan Society for Occupational Health:(May 2018 edition)

n-Butane 500 ppm (Note 1)
Isobutane 500 ppm (Note 1)
Methanol 200 ppm (Note 1)

ACGIH:

n-Butane 1,000 ppm (Note 2)(TLV-TWA, 2016)

Isobutane 1,000 ppm (Note 2)
Ethylene 200 ppm (Note 3)
Propylene 500 ppm (Note 3)
Methanol 200 ppm (Note 1)(Note 1) The average daily exposure concentration must not exceed this value.
(Note 2) The average exposure concentration over any 15-minute period must notexceed this value. (STEL: short-term exposure limit)(Note 3) The average daily exposure concentration must not exceed this value.
(TWA: time-weighted average)
The sum of the product of the exposure concentration and its duration
divided by the total number of hours.

8.2. Appropriate Engineering Controls:
Engineering Measures:

Ensure to ventilate well when used indoors.
In areas where liquefied petroleum gas is likely to leak and accumulate, install gas
leak alarms that will sound an alarm when the gas concentration in the air is less thanabout 0.5% (about 1/4 of the lower explosive limit).

8.3. Individual Protection Measures:
Respiratory Protection:

Use an air respirator as necessary.

Hand Protection:

Wear dry leather gloves as necessary.

Eye Protection:

Wear protective eyewear as necessary.

Skin and Body Protection:

Wear work clothes and helmets appropriate for the type of use.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Physical State:

Under atmospheric pressure

Shape:

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Color:

Colorless, transparent

Odor:

Odorless, but usually odorized so that 1/1000 leakage into the air can be detectable
except for industrial odorless gas use.

Flammability:

Flammable gas

Decomposition Temperature:

No data available.

pH:

No data available.

Kinematic Viscosity:

Not Applicable (gaseous at atmospheric pressure)

Particle Properties:

Not Applicable (gaseous at atmospheric pressure)

Other Physical and Chemical Properties:
See the attached table.

10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity and Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions:
Reacts violently with oxidizing substances
Propane: Explodes violently with chlorine dioxide
Butane: Nickel carbonyl + oxygen gas mixture causes explosion
Conditions to Avoid:

When storing containers, avoid the presence of combustible materials under
combustible temperatures.

Materials to Avoid:

It is soluble in alcohol and ether and dissolves well in petroleum, animal andvegetable oils, and natural rubber.

Incompatible Materials:

Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Incomplete combustion in the form of harmful carbon monoxide occurs, if
sufficient air is not supplied during combustion.

11. Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity (Oral):"Not Applicable".

Acute Toxicity (Inhalation: Gas):"Not Applicable".
Skin Corrosion/Irritation:"Not Applicable".

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation:"Not Applicable".
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization:"Not Applicable".
Germ-Cell Mutagenicity:"Not Applicable".

Carcinogenicity:"Not Applicable".

Reproductive Toxicity:"Not Applicable".

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Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure):
Isobutane falls under "Category 1 (circulatory system)" and the concentration of
all components are calculated to be "Category 2".
Methanol is classified as "Category 1 (central nervous system, visual organs andsystemic toxicity)", but the concentration of all components is calculated to be"Not Classified".
All components (propane, n-butane, isobutane, ethane, ethylene, propylene andmethanol) fall under "Category 3 (narcotic effect)". When the concentration of
all components is calculated, the product is classified as "Category 3 (narcotic
effect)".
[Source data]
Excerpt from Workplace Safety Site Model SDS (based on JIS Z7253:2019)2-Methylpropane (Isobutane)(1)

In three of the four deaths from inhalation of butane gas (unknown
quantity), n-butane, isobutane (this substance), or a mixture of n-butane, thissubstance, and propane were detected in the blood, brain, and lungs, with totalhydrocarbon concentrations being greatest in the brain in all cases. The
authors reported that, together with one other case of n-butane poisoning, thesuspected cause of death in five cases was cardiac rhythm disturbances(DFGOT vol. 20 (2003)).

(2)

A 16-year-old boy suffered heart failure after inhaling butane gas.
Abnormalities were observed on the electrocardiogram, but the mechanism of
induction of heart failure was unknown. The authors reported that in addition
to central inhibition, oxygen deprivation, ventricular flutter triggering cardiac
arrest, or direct induction of cardiac arrest by butane were involved (DFGOT
vol. 20 (2003)).

(3)

A 2-year-old girl developed ventricular tachycardia, tonic seizures, andhypokalemia after exposure to this substance and deodorants containing
butane and propane. Tachycardia is thought to be caused by deodorant
exposure and endogenous epinephrine (Patty (6th, 2012)).

(4)

After inhalation exposure of dogs (unanesthetized) to 50,000 ppm of thissubstance (4-hour equivalent: 7,906 ppm) for 6 minutes, epinephrine-induced
arrhythmia due to cardiac sensitization occurred. In addition, there have been
several reports of cardiac sensitizing responses to brief inhalation of thissubstance in experiments under anesthesia in mice and dogs pretreated withepinephrine (DFGOT vol. 20 (2003)).

(5)

The EC50 for central inhibition in rats and the EC50 for anesthetic effects
in dogs due to inhalation exposure to this substance has been reported to be
200,000 ppm and 450,000 ppm, respectively (ACGIH (7th, 2017), DFGOT
vol. 20 (2003)).

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Based on the solubility of n-butane and this substance in olive oil andthe partition coefficient between air and olive oil, the estimated concentrations
for the onset of anesthetic effects in humans are 17,000 ppm for n-butane and24,000 ppm for this substance (DFGOT vol. 20 (2003)).

Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure):
n-Butane falls under "Category 1 (central nervous system)" and methanol falls
under "Category 1 (central nervous system, visual organs)", but theconcentration of all components is calculated to be "Category 2 (central nervous
system)".
[Source data]
Excerpt from Workplace Safety Site Model SDS (based on JIS Z7253:2019)
n-butane(1) A 15-year-old girl who abused butane gas in a lighter replacement can for 4
weeks suffered serious brain damage and neurological complications after
hospitalization and treatment. MRI results showed disintegration of graymatter and atrophy of the brain (PATTY (6th, 2012)).
(2) There are multiple reports of hallucinations, auditory hallucinations, andother neurological symptoms developing in young men and women who
abused butane gas (PATTY (6th, 2012)).
(3) Euphoria and hallucinations were observed in most of the 12 persons who
repeatedly inhaled butane gas (DFGOT vol. 20 (2003)).
Aspiration Hazard:

The aspiration hazard regulates the hazards of accidental ingestion and does notcover gaseous gases, including liquefied petroleum gas.

12. Ecological Information
Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment, Short-Term (Acute):"Not Applicable" in consideration of the concentration of all components, although
ethylene falls under "Category 3".
Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment, Long-Term (Chronic):"Not Applicable" in consideration of the concentration of all components, although
Ethylene falls under "Category 3".
Hazardous to the Ozone Layer:"Not applicable" because the product does not contain any controlled substances
listed in Annexes A through E of the Montreal Protocol.
Ecotoxicity:

No information available.

Persistence and Degradability: No information available.
Bioaccumulation:

No information available.

Mobility in Soil:

No information available.

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13. Disposal Considerations
Residual Waste:

If it is necessary to empty a container containing liquified gas, it should be done
gradually outdoors in a well-ventilated environment after making sure that thehandling concentration is less than 0.5% and no-fire nearby.

Contaminated Containers and Packaging:
Return empty or unwanted containers to the distributor.

14. Transport Information
14.1. International Regulations :UN Number:

UN1075

Proper Shipping Name:

Petroleum Gases, Liquefied

Hazard Class:

2.1

Sub-Grade:
Marine Pollutant:–
Not Applicable

Maritime Regulation Information:
In accordance with IMO (International Maritime Organization) regulations.
Aviation Regulation Information:
In accordance with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) / IATA
(International Air Transport Association) regulations.
14.2. Domestic Regulations:Land Regulation Information: In accordance with the provisions of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act.
Maritime Regulation Information:
In accordance with the provisions of the Ship Safety Act.
Aviation Regulation Information:
In accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aeronautics Act.
14.3. Specific Safety Measures and Conditions for Transportation:
Containers should be kept away from falls, drops, and impacts.
Containers should be prevented from rising in temperature so that they do not
exceed 40°C.
When a container is loaded on a vehicle for transportation, a "high pressure gas"
warning sign must be displayed in a conspicuous location on the vehicle, while
carrying a fire extinguisher, fire prevention tools, etc.
Yellow Card must be carried.

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15. Regulatory Information
Laws

Applicable Matters
Dangerous substances and hazardous substances for which the name, etc., mustbe labeled (Article 57 of the Act)
Dangerous substances and hazardous substances for which the name, etc., must

Industrial Safety and Health Act

be notified (Article 57-2 of the Act)
Substances whose potential for danger or harm, etc. must be assessed (Article
57-3 of the Act)
Hazardous materials and flammable gases (Appended Table 1 No. 5 of the Orderfor Enforcement)
High-pressure Gas (Article 2, Item 3 of the Act)
Flammable Gas (General High Pressure Gas Safety Regulations, Article 2, Item
1)

High Pressure Gas Safety Act

Container storage and filling containers, etc.
(Liquefied Petroleum Gas Safety Regulations, Article 6, Paragraph 2, Item 7)
Security Measures and Technical Standards Pertaining to Movement(Liquefied Petroleum Gas Safety Regulations, Articles 47, 48 and 49)

Act on the Securing of Safety and the
Optimization of Transaction ofLiquefied Petroleum Gas (Article 2 of the Act)

Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Gases under pressure
Ship Safety Act(Article 2 and Article 3 of the Regulations on the Carriage and Storage ofHazardous Materials by Ships, and Appendix 1 of the Hazardous Materials
Notification)
Gases under pressure

Civil Aeronautics Act(Ordinance for Enforcement of the Civil Aeronautics Act, Article 194,
Hazardous Materials Notification, Appendix 1)

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16. Other Information
References:1.

Training Textbook on MSDS Preparation Methods for Mixtures (Chemical Substances) in Compliance with
GHS (Revised Edition), Japan Industrial Safety and Health Association

2.

Japan Industrial Safety and Health Association, Japan Advanced Information Center of Safety and Health,
http://www.jaish.gr.jp/

3.

GHS Classification Manual, Version “Feb. 10, 2006 ed.”, Liaison Conference of Ministries and Agencies
concerned with GHS

4.

International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC) Japanese version, National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS)

5.

Workplace Safety Site, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japan.
http://anzeninfo.mhlw.go.jp/index.html* This SDS reflects GHS classification year: through FY 2019.

6.

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Revision 6 (2015),
United Nations (METI translation)

7.

JIS Z 7253: 2019 "Methods for communicating hazard information on chemicals based on the GHS - Labels,
in-workplace markings and safety data sheets (SDS)", Japanese Standards Association

8.

JIS Z 7252: 2019 "Classification methods for chemical substances etc. based on the GHS", JapaneseStandards Association

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S-labor-001-2022(Appendix) Physical and chemical properties
PropanenButaneIsobutane

EthaneEthylene

Propylene

MethanolMelting
point/Freezing point-189.7°C(melting point)-138°C-160°C-183°C(melting point)-169.2°C-185°C-97.8°C

Boiling point, initial
boiling point
and boiling range-42°C(boiling point)-0.5°C

-12°C

-89°C
(boiling point)-104°C

-48°C

65°C

-104°C-60°C(Sealed)-82.99°C-130°C—-108°C

12°C

Combustion range(Explosion range)

Lower limit 2.1 vol%Upper limit 9.5 vol%Lower limit 1.8 vol%Upper limit 8.4 vol%Lower limit 1.8 vol%Upper limit 8.4 vol%Lower limit 3.0 vol%Upper limit 12.5 vol%Lower limit 2.7 vol%Upper limit 36.0 vol%Lower limit 2.4 vol%Upper limit 10.3
vol%Lower limit 6.0 vol%Upper limit 36.5 vol%Vapour pressure

840 kPa(20°C)

213.7 kPa(21.1°C)

304 kPa(20°C)

3850 kPa(20°C)

8100 kPa(15°C)

1158 kPa(25°C)

95.2 mmHg(20°C)

1.6

2.1

2.01

1.05

0.98

1.49

1.11

0.5853(-45°C/4°C)

0.5788(20°C/4°C)

0.6

0.572
(-108.4°C/4°C)—

0.5139(20°C/4°C)

0.7915(20°C/4°C

62.4 mg/L(25°C, water)

61 mg/L(20°C, water)

48.9 mg/L(Water)47 mg/L(20°C, water)

131 mg/L(25°C, water)

200 mg/L(25°C, water)

1.00 × 106 mg/L
(Water)log Pow = 2.35

log Pow = 2.89
(Measured value)log Kow = 2.8

log Pow = 1.81
(Measured value)log Kow = 1.13
(Measured value)log Pow = 1.77

log Pow =-0.82 to -0.66

Auto-ignition
temperature

450°C

287°C

460°C

472°C

490°C

455°C

464°C

Other Data
(Molecular weight)

44.1(ICSC)

58.1(ICSC)

58.12

30.1(ICSC)

28.054

42.08

32.04

CAS No.

74-98-6

106-97-8

75-28-5

74-84-074-85-1

115-07-1

67-56-1

Chemical nameFlash point

Relative vapour
density(air = 1)
Specific gravity
liquid(Density)ofSolubility
n-octanol/watercoefficientpartition(Reference) CAS number also includes the classification of liquefied petroleum gas: 68476-85-7.
(Source: Workplace Safety Site, International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC))
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