Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
591-78-6
Name of the chemical
2-Hexanon (790/2009)
Concentration
>= 80 - <= 100
General Information
Version
9.0
Revision date
2026-04-27
Product name
2-Hexanone
CAS No.
591-78-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H336, H361, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Flammable liquids : Category 3 Reproductive toxicity : Category 2 Specific target organ : Category 3 (Central nervous system) toxicity - single exposure Specific target organ : Category 1 toxicity - repeated exposure Other hazards
