General Information
Revision date
2020-01-27
Product name
3-Methylhexane
CAS No.
589-34-4
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
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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 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Aspiration toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2
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Danger
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways 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 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 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to aquatic life. NFPA
Health hazards
2 HMIS 2 Flammability 3 Flammability 3 Stability 0
Physical hazards
0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties
