General Information
Revision date
2017-01-16
Product name
2-Methylpentanal
CAS No.
123-15-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For research use only Not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use
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Company Information
company name
Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
scbt@scbt.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
Further information
NFPA
Health hazards
2 HMIS 2 Flammability 3 Flammability 3 Stability 0
Physical hazards
0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties
