HEXANE, HPLC GRADE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness Highly flammable liquid and vapor Appearance sediment Physical state Liquid Odor Hydrocarbon-like

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating / lighting/ .? / equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see .? on this label) 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): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

May be harmful in contact with skin. May be harmful if inhaled.