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General Information
Revision date
2010-10-20
Product name
2-Ethyl-1-hexanol
Product Synonyms
1-Hexanol, 2’ethyl; octyl alcohol
Chemical name
2-Ethyl-1-hexanol
CAS No.
104-76-7
Emergency telephone
800-535-5053
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Company Information
company name
Silver Fern Chemical, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@silverfernchemical.com
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview -------------------------- WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED, INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. VAPORS AND MISTS SEVERELY IRRITATE THE EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT, ESPECIALLY WHEN HEATED. MAY AFFECT CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION. COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Health Rating: 1 - Slight Flammability Rating: 2 - Moderate Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight Contact Rating: 2 - Moderate Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES; CLASS B EXTINGUISHER.
Storage
Color Code Red (Flammable) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Potential health effects
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapor or mist is irritating to the respiratory tract. Symptoms include coughing and shortness of breath. High air concentrations are unlikely due to the low vapor pressure. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause headache, nausea, weakness, dizziness, and central nervous system depression. Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through skin. May cause sensitization or allergic skin reaction in some individuals. Eye Contact: Causes irritation, redness, and pain. Chronic Exposure: Prolonged or repeated skin exposure may cause sensitization. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
