Pentane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H303+H313, H304, H336, H411

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Emergency Overview Target Organs Central nervous system, Heart, Lungs

WHMIS Classification

B2 Flammable liquid Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids (Category 1) Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 5) Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 5) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Central nervous system

Aspiration hazard

Category 1) Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2) Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 2)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. H303 + H313 May be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.

Health hazards

0 * Flammability: 4

Physical hazards

0

Potential health effects

Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. Eyes May cause eye irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage.