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General Information
Revision date
2015-01-05
Product name
1-HEXENE
Product Synonyms
MTG MSDS 168; HEXENE; HEXYLENE; BUTYLETHYLENE; 1-N-HEXENE; HEX-1-ENE; ALPHA- HEXENE; UN 2370; C6H12
Chemical name
Hydrocarbons, aliphatic
CAS No.
592-41-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial and Specialty Gas Applications
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200. Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of
Aspiration hazard
Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 3 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute - Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic - Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. May cause respiratory irritation. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and 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 discharges. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.
Response
In case of fire. Use appropriate media for extinction. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN (or hair). Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing 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. IF SWALLOWED. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. Collect spillage.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
