Pentane 50/50

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H304, H336, H401

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS Classification Flammable liquids Category 1

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Category 3 (Narcotic effects) single exposure Short-term (acute) aquatic Category 2 hazard

Signal word

Danger

Physical hazards

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.

Health hazards

H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Environmental hazards

H401 Toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P235 Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container to appropriate waste site or reclaimer in accordance with local and national regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.This material is a static accumulator.Even with proper grounding and bonding, this material can still accumulate an electrostatic charge.If sufficient charge is allowed to accumulate, electrostatic discharge and ignition of flammable air- vapour mixtures can occur.Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids : Category 1 Aspiration hazard : Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 3 (Narcotic effects) single exposure Short-term (acute) aquatic : Category 2 hazard