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EC/CAS
110-54-3
Name of the chemical
n-Hexan (790/2009)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2012-08-27
Product name
N-Hexane
Product Synonyms
Hexane; Hexane (n-Hexane)
CAS No.
110-54-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Other non-specified industry: SOLVENT, ESPECIALLY FOR VEGETABLE OILS; LOW TEMPERATURE THERMOMETERS; CALIBRATIONS; POLYMERIZATION REACTION MEDIUM; PAINT DILUENT; ALCOHOL DENATURANT
supplier name
AIRGAS INC
Emergency telephone
1-866-734-3438
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Company Information
company name
AIRGAS INC
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical state : Liquid. [COLORLESS LIQUID WITH A MILD GASOLINE-LIKE ODOR] Emergency overview : DANGER! EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. FLAMMABLE. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE TARGET ORGAN DAMAGE, BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. Extremely flammable liquid. Slightly irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory system. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. May cause target organ damage, based on animal data. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Wash thoroughly after handling. Target organs : May cause damage to the following organs: peripheral nervous system, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS), eye, lens or cornea.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes : Slightly irritating to the eyes. Skin : Slightly irritating to the skin. Inhalation : Slightly irritating to the respiratory system. Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Potential chronic health effects
Potential chronic health
May cause target organ damage, based on animal data. Target organs : May cause damage to the following organs: peripheral nervous system, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS), eye, lens or cornea. Medical conditions aggravated by over- exposure : Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this MSDS as being at risk may be aggravated by over-exposure to this product. See toxicological information (Section 11)
