n-hexane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H336, H350i

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical state : Liquid. [COLORLESS LIQUID WITH A MILD GASOLINE-LIKE ODOR] Odor : MILD, GASOLINE-LIKE [Slight] Emergency overview - DANGER! Flammable liquid and vapor. May form explosive mixtures with air. May irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Has anesthetic effects in high concentrations. May cause nervous system damage. May cause dizziness and drowsiness. Self- contained breathing apparatus may be required by rescue workers. Under ambient conditions, this is colorless liquid. Extremely flammable liquid. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. May cause target organ damage, based on animal data. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Inhalation : Vapors irritate the respiratory tract. High concentrations may act as an anesthetic, first stimulating the central nervous system (CNS), then depressing it to varying degrees. CNS depression is marked dizziness, drowsiness, and possibly unconsciousness. Ingestion : When children ingest petroleum distillates such as hexane, the effects are similar to those of inhalation: CNS depression and tissue irritation. Lung damage due primarily to inhalation of vomited material has lead to coma and death from pulmonary edema (fluid on the lungs). Skin : Liquid or vapour may irritate the skin. Harmful amounts may be absorbed through the skin Eyes : May cause eye irritation. Potential chronic health effects

Potential chronic health

Repeated or prolonged exposure of the skin may cause cracking and drying due to defatting of tissues. Chronic exposure may cause nervous system damage. Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Teratogenic Effects

No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Target organs : May cause damage to the following organs: peripheral nervous system, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS). Over-exposure signs/symptoms Inhalation : No specific data. Ingestion : No specific data. Skin : No specific data. Eyes : No specific data. Medical conditions aggravated by over- exposure : Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this MSDS as being at risk may be aggravated by over-exposure to this product. See toxicological information (section 11)