Hexane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315, H336, H361, H373, H411

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Identification (29 CFR 1910.1200) GHS Hazard Classification(s)

Physical hazards

Flammable, Liquids - 2

Aspiration hazard

1 Corrosion/Irritation, Skin - 2 Toxic to Reproduction - 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT)-Respiratory Irritation, Single exposure - 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT), Repeated exposure - 2

Environmental hazards

Aquatic, Chronic - 2

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H315: Causes skin Irritation. H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H373: May cause damage to organs. H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

General Not applicable.

Prevention

P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. P242: Use only non-sparking tools. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P314: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P331: Do NOT induce vomiting. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire Use suitable extinguishing media for extinction P391: Collect spillage.

Storage

P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise classified (HNOC) None known.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

In accordance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 (HazCom 2012). Physical Hazard(s) Flammable, Liquids - 2 Health Hazard(s) Aspiration Hazard - 1 Corrosion/Irritation, Skin - 2 Toxic to Reproduction - 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT)-Respiratory Irritation, Single exposure - 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT), Repeated exposure - 2 Environmental Hazard(s) Aquatic, Chronic - 2