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Hazards Identification

Pictogram(s):

Signal:

Danger

GHS Hazard Statements:

H220: Extremely flammable gas [Danger Flammable gases]

Precautionary Statement Codes:

P210, P222, P230, P280, P377, P381, and P403

Hazard Classes and Categories:

Flam. Gas 1
Press. Gas
Carc. 1A
Muta. 1B
Flammable gas - category 1
Gases under pressure
Acute toxicity - category 2
Carcinogenicity - category 1A
Germ cell mutagenicity - category 1B
Eye irritation - category 2A
Skin irritation - category 2
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - category 3
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) - category 1
Reproductive toxicity - category 1B
Flammable gases (including chemically unstable gases) - Category 1
Gases under pressure - Compressed gas or Refrigerated liquefied gas
Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 3 (Narcotic effects)
Flammable - 4th degree

Hazards Summary:

The Critical Effects for aliphatic hydrocarbon gases are CNS depression and cardiac sensitization. From a toxicologic standpoint, methane and ethane are practically inert; however, at very high concentrations, they act as a simple asphyxiant and can cause suffocation by displacement of oxygen from breathing atmosphere, below the critical level of 16% oxygen that is required to sustain life. [ACGIH] Simple asphyxiant; Causes narcosis at high concentrations; [Merck Index] Evaporating liquid can cause frostbite; [ICSC]

Usage

Main Properties of Alkanes, C2-3

1. Saturated Hydrocarbons: Alkanes, C2-3, are saturated hydrocarbons, meaning they contain only single covalent bonds between carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms.
2. Carbon Chain Length: These alkanes have carbon chains containing either two (C2) or three (C3) carbon atoms.
3. Linear or Branched Structure: They can exhibit linear or branched structures, depending on the arrangement of carbon atoms within the chain.
4. Low Reactivity: Alkanes, C2-3, are relatively stable and have low reactivity due to the presence of single bonds.
5. Common Uses: They are commonly used as fuel for cooking, heating, and transportation purposes.
6. Industrial Importance: Alkanes, C2-3, serve as important raw materials for the production of various petrochemical products.

Specific Content

Examples:
C2 Alkanes: Ethane (C2H6), Ethene (C2H4)
C3 Alkanes: Propane (C3H8), Propene (C3H6)
Applications:
Fuel for cooking, heating, and transportation.
Raw materials for petrochemical products.
Stability: Relatively stable due to single covalent bonds.
Reactivity: Low reactivity, which enhances their utility in industrial applications.