MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PAGE 1 OF 2
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REVIEWED: MARCH 1, 2001
Abbrev.
 
COMPLIES WITH USDL SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS (29 CFR 1910.1200)

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SECTION 1: MANUFACTURER: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Amerex Corporation
P.O. Box 81
Trussville, AL 35173-0081

Nitrogen
EMERGENCY:
Chemtrec:1-800-424-9300
Amerex:   1-205-655-3271

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SECTION 2:  HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

% *ACGIH
ppm		 *OSHA
ppm		 OTHER
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # W/W TLV STEL PEL STEL IDLH

Nitrogen 7727-37-9 100 NE NE NE NE NE Simple Asphyxiant

*NE = None Established

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SECTION 3:   PHYSICAL DATA

BOILING POINT: approximately -195.8 degrees C..
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not Applicable. - Internal pressure in a cylinder depends on the amount of gas contained. Use a pressure gauge to determine internal pressure.
GAS DENSITY: (21 degrees C) 1.15 3 kg/m3
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble. 0.023 cm3/cm3 water.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Approximately 1.38.
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: Not Applicable.
EVAPORATION RATE: Not Applicable.
pH: (1% solution) Not Applicable.
APPEARANCE & COLOR: This material is an odorless and colorless compressed gas.

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SECTION 4:   FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

FLASH POINT: Not Applicable.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not Applicable.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, Carbon Dioxide, Foam, Dry Chemical, Halon, any Class "B" extinguishing agent..
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Structural fire fighters must wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full protective equipment. When involved in a fire, cylinders may rupture violently causing a high pressure release of gases.


MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PAGE 2 OF 2
MANUFACTURER:  AMEREX CORPORATION DATE: 08-15-96
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:  Nitrogen              Abbrev.

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SECTION 5:   HEALTH HAZARD DATA

THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: Not Established.
OSHA PEL: Not Established.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: This product may cause mild skin irritation, moderate eye irritation and possible gastric distress. This product is not known to cause chronic illness.

EMERGENCY FIRST-AID PROCEDURES:
  SKIN EXPOSURE: In case of frostbite, place the frostbitten part in warm water or wrap affected
  parts
  gently in blankets.
  EYE EXPOSURE: Seek immediate medical attention.
  INHALATION: If gas is inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If necessary, use trained personnel to
  administer supplemental oxygen supply and artificial respiration to support vital functions. Victim
  and rescuers must seek immediate medical attention.


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SECTION 6:   REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY DATE: Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Nitrogen is non corrosive and inert.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Not Applicable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.


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SECTION 7:   SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

SMALL SPILLS: Monitor area for a minimum of 19.5% oxygen content before allowing reentry by personnel.  Ventilate area and attempt to shut off the release of gas by tightening the main valve. If it is not possible to stop the release of gas, allow the gas to be released there.
LARGE SPILLS: Use Level C: triple gloves, chemically resistant suit and boots, hard hat, and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.
FOLLOW STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF LARGE NON-RECLAIMABLE SPILLS.


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SECTION 8:   SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not expected to be needed. Maintain oxygen levels of minimum of 19.5% If below 19.5% oxygen, use supplied air respiratory protection. Nitrogen is a simple asphyxiant.
VENTILATION: Use with adequate ventilation. Use fan or vent to outside.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Wear rubber gloves for routine industrial use.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: None except for large spills (see Section 7).

HMIS: 1-0-0             NFPA: 1-0-0


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SECTION 9:   SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Follow reasonable and safe practices.
Protect cylinders from falling and physical damage. Store in a cool, dry , well ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling. Do not allow the temperature to exceed 125 degrees F. Avoid getting chemicals ON YOU or IN YOU.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: None.

ANSI Z400.1-1993 FORMAT MSDS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST