n-Heptane

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquid - Category 2; Skin irritation - Category 2; Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 3; Aspiration hazard - Category 1

Signal word

Danger Highly flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes skin irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash hands and skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry chemical powder, appropriate foam to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. QF26 Rev 2 1 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to An approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.