Pentane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H336, H411

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Flammable Liquids, Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure), Category 3 Aspiration Toxicity, Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic), Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

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. P261 - Avoid breathing gas/vapors/spray. 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.

Response

P301+310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+361+353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P391 - Collect spillage.

Storage

P501 - Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Flammability Instability Hazard Rating System: 4 3 1 Health NFPA: Special Hazard

Potential health effects

Inhalation of high concentrations may cause respiratory tract irritation, central nervous (Acute and Chronic): system depression in high concentrations, breathing difficulties, dizziness, lightheadedness, and weakness and numbness in extremities. Skin and eye contact can cause irritation. Possible systemic effects are respiratory tract irritation, central nervous system depression, and weakness or numbness in extremities. Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. This material can act as a simple asphyxiant by displacement of air. Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation. Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation. Ingestion: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.