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EC/CAS
110-54-3
Name of the chemical
n-Hexan (790/2009)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Product name
n-Hexane, 95°/. min
Product Synonyms
Hexanes, Normal Hexane; Hexyl Hydride; n- Hexane; 3-Methyl Pentane
CAS No.
110-54-3
Manufacturer Name
Pharmco Products Inc
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Company Information
company name
Pharmco Products Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WARNING! EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUJD AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. HARMFUL OR FATAL IS SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESP IRATORY TRACT. AFFECTS THE CENTRAL AND PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEMS.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors irritates the respiratory tract. Overexposure may cause lightheadedness, nausea, headache, and blurred vision. Greater exposure may cause muscle weakness, numbness of the extremities, unconsciousness and death. Swallowing: This material can enter lungs during swallowing or vomiting and cause l ung damage. May cause irritation of the digestive tract, abdominal pain, nausea, nervous system depression and giddiness. MSDS 055C, Revision 2.4 I Revision Date 07/08 MSZ Hexane 95% I Page l of l Skin Contact: May cause redness, irritation, with dryness, cracking. May be absorbed through skin with possible system ic effects. Eye Contact: May cause irritation including stinging, tearing, and redness. Effects of Repeated Overexposure: Irritation of nose, throat or digestive system. Depression of nervous system.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Overexposure Repeated exposure may aggravate skin disorders respiratory disorder, male reproductive disorders and peripheral nerve disorders Exposure to high concentrations may cause irregular heartbeats. Persons with pre-existing heart disorders may be more susceptible to this effect. SECTION IV FIRST AID Obtain medical attention for all cases of over-exposure Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention. Swallowing: Aspiration hazard - DO NOT induce vomiting .If vomiting occurs, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration into lungs . Obtain medical attention immediately