General Information
Version
5.1
Revision date
2021-12-10
Product name
A-Gas Cyclopentane
Product name
A-Gas Cyclopentane
Identification on the label/Trade name
CYCLOPENTANE
Product Synonyms
Not Available
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
The use of a quantity of material in an unventilated or confined space may result in increased exposure and an irritating atmosphere developing. Before starting consider control of exposure by mechanical ventilation
Emergency telephone
+27 21 813 6854, +61 3 9573 3188
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
A-Gas (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info.sa@agas.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H303, H304, H320, H336, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Liquids Category 2, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 5, Aspiration Hazard Category 1, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2B, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Narcotic Effects) Category 3, Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Long-Term Hazard Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Page 1 continued... H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H303 May be harmful if swallowed. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H320 Causes eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/intrinsically safe equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing mist/vapours/spray. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves and protective clothing.
Response
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. If more than 15 mins from Doctor, INDUCE VOMITING (if conscious). P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider/if you feel unwell. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam or normal protein foam to extinguish. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Storage
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
