1-Hexanol

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 3 Flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. 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/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.