Safety Data Sheet for Airgas compressed oxygen, detailing hazards, handling, storage, and regulatory information.
This Safety Data Sheet provides comprehensive information on Airgas compressed oxygen, including its chemical identity, hazards, composition, and first‑aid measures. It outlines fire‑fighting procedures, accidental release actions, and detailed handling and storage requirements to ensure safe use.
The document also covers exposure controls, personal protective equipment, physical and chemical properties, stability, toxicology, ecological impact, disposal methods, transport regulations, and applicable legal requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
| Molecular weight | 32 g/mole |
|---|---|
| Boiling point | -183 °C |
| Gas density | 0.083 lb/ft³ |
| Vapor density | 1.1 (air = 1) |
| Critical temperature | -118.15 °C |
| Color | Colorless |
| Odor | Odorless |
It is an oxidizing gas under pressure that may intensify fire and can explode if heated.
Store cylinders upright with the valve protection cap in place, in a cool, well‑ventilated, dry area away from sunlight and combustible materials.