Carbon Dioxide, Fire Extinguisher System - September 1999
Section 1 - Name & Hazard Summary
Material name: Carbon Dioxide, Fire Extinguisher System, Pressurized Cylinders, Non-Flammable Gas, Class 2.2 UN 
1013
Manufacturer: Badger Fire Protection Phone (804) 973-4361 

Section 2 - Ingredients
OSHA PEL: N/A ACGIH TLV: N/A Other Exposure Limits: N/A CAS No: 124-38-9

These cylinders contain Carbon Dioxide (CAS No. 124-38-9) which functions as a fire suppression agent. When the 
cylinders discharge, the agent will be released and may present hazards to exposed persons. See the attached MSDS on 
Carbon Dioxide for information and warnings. In addition, the cylinders are pressurized. Although unlikely to occur, a 
cylinder could be propelled and cause bodily injury and/or property damage if the valve is broken due to improper handling 
or storage. Also, if a cylinder is over-pressurized, exposed to direct heat, or receives severe physical impact, it could 
discharge or rupture causing bodily injury and/or property damage. See below for information concerning the potential 
physical hazards associated with compressed gases. 

Section 3 - Physical Data
Boiling point: -109.3øF 

Solubility in water (Vol./Vol. at 68øF (20øC)): 0.90

Molecular Weight: 44.01

Gas Density (at 70øF (21.1øC) and 1 atm): 0.1144 lb/ft3 (1.832 kg/m3)

Vapor Pressure (at 70øF (21.1øC)): 838 psig

Appearance and odor: Colorless and odorless. A slightly acid gas. It is felt by some to have a slight pungent odor and 
biting taste.

Specific gravity: (Air=1): 1.522

Specific Volume (at 70øF (21.1øC) and 1 atm): 8.74 ft3/lb (0.5457 m3/kg)

Melting Point: N/A

Triple Point (At 60.4 psig): -69.9øF (-56.6øC) 

Section 4 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash point: N/A Auto-Ignition temp.: N/A

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Avoid direct heat and severe impact to pressurized cylinders.

LFL Lower: N/A Extinguisher Media: N/A UFL Upper: N/A

Method Used: N/A

Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: LEL Lower: N/A UEL Upper: N/A

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: N/A - See Sections 2 and 7. 

Section 5 - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable

Conditions to Avoid: Direct heat and severe impact to pressurized cylinder.

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): N/A

Hazardous decomposition products: None established.

Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur. Conditions to Avoid: N/A 

Section 6 - Health Hazard Assessment
Acute: N/A Chronic: N/A Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: N/A

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: N/A

Chemical Listed as Carcinogen or Potential Carcinogen: National Toxicology Program: No

I.A.R.C. : No Monographs: No OSHA: No

Emergency and First Aid Procedures: In the event of physical injury, take appropriate first aid or medical measures.

Routes Of Entry: 1. Inhalation: N/A 2. Eyes: N/A 3. Skin: N/A 4. Ingestion: N/A 

Section 7 - Spill or Leak Procedures
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Handle, transport and store carefully and securely to avoid accidental 
knocking over or other severe physical impacts. Do not expose to direct heat sources. Do not over-pressurize.

Other Precautions: Valve caps, safety plugs, and/or pull pins should remain on cylinders not connected for use.

Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Refer to the MSDS for C02. Cylinders should be refilled only 
by trained and qualified personnel.

Waste Disposal Methods: N/A Respiratory Protection: None

Ventilation: N/A Local Exhaust: N/A Mechanical (General): N/A Special: N/A Other: N/A 

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Safety shoes are recommended when handling cylinders.

Work/Hygienic Practices: N/A

Section 8 - Special Protection Information 
Respiratory Protection: None Ventilation: N/A Local Exhaust: N/A

Mechanical (General): N/A

Special: N/A Other: N/A Protective Gloves: Leather gloves are recommended when handling cylinders.

Eye Protection: Eye protection is recommended when handling cylinders.

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Safety shoes are recommended when handling cylinders.

Work/Hygienic Practices: N/A 

Note: This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) addresses the hazards associated with compressed gas only. For information 
concerning the fire suppression agent (Carbon Dioxide) refer to the appropriate MSDS. In each instance, in this MSDS, where 
the letters N/A or words Not Applicable are used, it means Not Applicable, with respect to compressed gas.


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