Hexanal

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H315, H319, H401

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Other hazards

None known

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H401 Toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

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 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Short-term (acute) : Category 2 aquatic hazard Other hazards