Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
110-54-3
Name of the chemical
n-Hexan (790/2009)
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
203-777-6
Name of the chemical
n-Hexan (790/2009)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
8.7
Revision date
2024-09-02
Product name
Butyllithium (15% solution in n-hexane) for synthesis
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Intermediate for use under strictly controlled conditions, Chemical for synthesis
Emergency telephone
+64 9 801 0034
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Merck Life Science Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
customersupport.anz@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H250, H260, H304, H314, H318, H336, H361, H372, H373, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids (Category 2), H225 Pyrophoric liquids (Category 1), H250 Substances and mixtures which in contact with water emit flammable gases (Category 1), H260 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1B), H314 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1), H318 Reproductive toxicity (Category 2), H361 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Central nervous system, H336 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 1), H372 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Inhalation (Category 2), Nervous system, H373
Aspiration hazard
(Category 1), H304 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard (Category 2), H411 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. 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. H373 May cause damage to organs (Nervous system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapors. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302 + P335 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.
2.3 Other hazards
Reacts violently with water. SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients Substance / Mixture