General Information
Version
6.2
Revision date
2025-11-07
Product name
Methyl 5-hexenoate
CAS No.
2396-80-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For R&D use only. Not for pharmaceutical, household or other uses
Emergency telephone
+61 2 9037 2994
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Merck Life Science Pty Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
customersupport.anz@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H302
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H302 Harmful if swallowed.
Prevention
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 equip- ment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ light- ing equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this prod- uct. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemi- cal 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.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Oral)
