HEPTANE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Identification Emergency Emergency overview overview DANGER Flammable liquid and vapor. Will be easily ignited by heat, spark or flames. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Causes skin and eye irritation. Causes respiratory tract irritation. High vapor concentrations may cause drowsiness and irritation of the eyes or respiratory tract. OSHA OSHA regulatory regulatory regulatory status status This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).

Potential health effects

Potential health health effects Routes Routes of of of of exposure exposure Inhalation. Ingestion. Skin contact. Eye contact. Eyes Causes eye irritation. High vapor/aerosol concentrations may be irritating. Skin Causes skin irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact with skin may cause redness, itching, irritation and eczema/chapping. Inhalation May cause irritation to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. In high concentrations, vapors and aerosol mists have a narcotic effect and may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness and nausea. Ingestion Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Ingestion may result in vomiting; aspiration (breathing) of vomitus into lungs must be avoided as even small quantities may result in aspiration pneumonitis. Target Target organs organs Eyes. Skin. Respiratory system. Central nervous system.

Potential chronic health

Chronic effects Organic solvents may be absorbed into the body by inhalation and ingestion and cause permanent damage to the nervous system, including the brain. Frequent or prolonged contact may defat and dry the skin, leading to discomfort and dermatitis.

Environmental effects

Potential environmental environmental effects Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 3333. . . . Composition