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EC/CAS
110-54-3
Name of the chemical
n-Hexan (790/2009)
Concentration
Trade secret
General Information
Revision date
2022-08-30
Product name
n-Hexane
Product Synonyms
None
CAS No.
110-54-3
1.2.2. Uses advised against
human or animal consumption
Emergency telephone
For Hazardous Materials or Dangerous Goods Incident
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Company Information
company name
LGC Standards
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
lgcusa@lgcgroup.com, sds-request@lgcgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified according to OSHA. Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2
Aspiration hazard
Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2 Flammable liquids Category 2
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Classified according to OSHA. Causes skin irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
Toxic to aquatic life.
