General Information
Revision date
2015-08-20
Product name
Heptane
Chemical name
Pure substance
CAS No.
142-82-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial solvent
1.2.2. Uses advised against
None known
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Comet Chemical Company Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Clear, colorless liquid. Sweet odour. Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Skin Irritation - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure - Category 3 narcotic effects Aspiration Toxicity - Category 1
Most important adverse effects
This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015).
Signal word
DANGER!
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapour Causes skin irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Precautionary statements
Keep away from heat, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam for extinction. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
May be sensitive to static discharge.Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause eye irritation. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Avoid release to the environment.
