Name:
OZONE
Product:
Triatomic Oxygen
Issued:
12/01/00
SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Name:
Triatomic Oxygen
Chemical Family:
Gas
DOT Hazard Class:
N/A
DOT Identification:
N/A
SECTION 2- HAZARDOUS INFORMATION
Component
CAS #
%
PEL
TLV
Ozone Gas
10028-15-6
0.1ppm
SECTION 3- PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor:
Colorless gas, pungent odor.
Minimum detectable odor at
0.02 ppm.
Boiling Point:
112° C
Vapor Pressure:
N/A
Vapor Density (air +1):
N/A
Solubility,v in Water:
N/A
Specific Gravity (H
2
0 = 1):
1.6 g/l (liquid)
Melting Point:
192° C
Evaporation Rate (H
2
0=1):
N/A
SECTION 4 - FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Not flammable, but enhances combustion of other sub-
stances to cause fire or explosion.
Flash Point:
N/A
Flammable Limits:
N/A
LEL:
N/A
UEL:
N/A
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use the extinguisher appropriate to
burning material.
Special Firefighting Procedures:
None
Unusual Fire Hazards:
Increased oxygen can feed fire.
Explosion Hazards:
None
SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability:
Unstable. Begins to dissipate
immediately.
Conditions to Avoid:
N/A
Incompatibility:
High levels for extended periods
will cause deterioration of rubbers,
paint and metal.
Hazardous Decomposition:
N/A
Hazardous Polymerization:
None
Disclaimer:
The information in this document applies to work-
place exposure and is not designed for the population at large.
Any generalization beyond occupational exposures should not be
made.
SECTION 6 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Health Hazards:
Irritation of the eyes and respiratory
tract. Inhalation of the gas may
cause lung edema or asthmatic
reactions. Symptoms may not
become noticeable for several
hours. Lungs may be affected by
repeat or prolonged exposure.
Carcinogenicity:
None known.
Medical Conditions
Aggravated by Exposure:
N/A
Methods of Exposure:
Inhalation and contact on skin and
eyes.
Symptoms of Exposure
:
Cough, dry throat, irritated eyes,
headache. Possible asthma-like
symptoms with overexposure.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID:
Eye and Skin:
Move to fresh air.
Inhalation:
Move to fresh air. Seek medical
attention if asthma-like symptoms
are noticed.
Ingestion:
N/A
SECTION 7 - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING & USE
Storage and Handling:
N/A
Spill Response:
N/A
Waste Disposal:
N/A
Other Precautions:
EPA Recommended Exposure
Limits: 0.1 ppm / 8 hrs or maximum
0.3 ppm for 10 mins.
NOTE:
Threshold limit values refer to airborne concentrations of
ozone and represent conditions under which it is believed that
nearly all workers may repeatedly be exposed day after day with-
out adverse effect, however a small percentage of workers may
experience discomfort at levels below those listed.
SECTION 8 - CONTROL MEASURES
This gas is designed to be used for a limited time in a controlled
environment.
Eye Protection:
None
Ventilation:
When treatment is complete,
ventilate the area completely until
all smell of ozone is gone. Do not
allow people or pets into the area
until the ozone smell is eliminated.
Respiratory Protection:
Do not use in inhabited spaces.
Clear all people, animals, plants
and any other organic life from the
area to be treated.
Protective Clothing
or Other Equipment:
None
Work/Hygienic Practices:
N/A
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Date Issued
NFPA HAZARD RATING
4 = EXTREME 3 = HIGH
2 = MODERATE 1 = SLIGHT
0 = INSIGNIFICANT
