Hexane

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 2

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(nerve/nervous system)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Toxic to aquatic life

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. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Highly flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.