Parameter

PropertyValue
Appearance and propertiesPure product is a colorless, odorless gas
pH valueNo data
Boiling point (℃)-161.5
Explosion limit (%)5.3–15
Ignition temperature (℃)538
Critical temperature (℃)-82.6
Saturated vapor pressure (kPa)53.32 (-168.8 ℃)
Relative density (water = 1)0.42 (-164 ℃)
Melting point (℃)-182.5
Flash point (℃)-188
Lower explosive limit (%)5.3
Decomposition temperature (℃)More than 1000
Critical pressure (MPa)4.59
Relative vapor density (air = 1)0.55
Octanol/water partition coefficientNo details available
SolubilitySlightly soluble in water; easily soluble in alcohol and ether
FlammabilityFlammable

Safety Instructions

Main physical and chemical risk: It can form an explosive mixture when mixed with air, which can cause combustion and explosion in case of high heat energy of open fire. It can react violently with fluorine. In case of high heat, the pressure inside the container increases, and there is a risk of cracking and explosion.
GHS Class: Flammable gases Class 1 Gases under pressure: compressed gases
Warning word: Danger
Danger information Highly combustible gas, containing high pressure gas, may explode in case of heat prevention instructions: away from fire source, spark, open flame, hot surface, use tools that do not produce sparks; Take measures to prevent static electricity, grounding and connecting the container and receiving equipment; Use electrical, ventilation, lighting and other equipment; Wear ESD clothes and protective gloves.
Emergency summary: If the skin has frostbite, seek medical treatment; Inhalation, quickly away from the scene to the fresh air, keep the airway smooth, such as breathing difficulties, oxygen, such as breathing stop, immediately give artificial respiration, medical treatment, pay attention to warm; Collecting spills; In case of fire, mist water, foam, dry powder and carbon dioxide are used to extinguish the fire. Cut off the air source and move the container from the fire to an open area if possible.
Main symptoms of health hazards: methane is basically non-toxic to people, but when the concentration is too high, the oxygen content in the air is significantly reduced, causing people to suffocate. When the methane in the air reaches 25% to 30%, it can cause headache, dizziness, weakness, lack of concentration, rapid breathing and heartbeat, and ataxia. If not disengaged in time, it can cause death by suffocation. Skin contact with liquid this product can cause frostbite.
Environmental hazards: The substance is greenhouse gas and harmful to environmental pollution.
Ignition hazard: flammable.