Carbon dioxide-CO2
Name: Carbon dioxide
Formula: CO2
Chemical Safety: Compressed Gas
Molar Mass: 44.009 g/mol
Flash Point: -
Lower Explosive Limit(LEL): -
Upper Explosive Limit(UEL: -
TWA: 5000ppm
STEL: 30,000ppm
General Description: A colorless odorless gas at atmospheric temperatures and pressures. Relatively nontoxic and noncombustible. Heavier than air and may asphyxiate by the displacement of air. Soluble in water. Forms carbonic acid, a mild acid. Under prolonged exposure to heat or fire the container may rupture violently and rocket. Used to freeze food, to control chemical reactions, and as a fire extinguishing agent.