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General Information
Revision date
2009-09-23
Product name
n-Pentane
Product Synonyms
normal pentane.; n-Pentane; Amyl hydride
CAS No.
109-66-0
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific UK
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
DANGER! Emergency Overview Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may cause flash fire or explosion. Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. May cause skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long- term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Appearance Clear Physical State Liquid odor Petroleum distillates Target Organs Central nervous system (CNS), Skin, Kidney
Potential health effects
Acute Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eyes May cause irritation. Skin May cause irritation. May be harmful in contact with skin. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Inhalation May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. May be harmful if inhaled. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Aspiration hazard. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Potential chronic health
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. May cause adverse kidney effects. See Section 11 for additional Toxicological information.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Central nervous system disorders. Preexisting eye disorders. Skin disorders.
