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General Information
Revision date
2017-10-19
Product name
PENTANE,
Product Synonyms
Amyl hydride
CAS No.
109-66-0
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Aspiration toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Highly flammable liquid and vapor
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
May be harmful in contact with skin
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — 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 Keep cool Wear protective gloves Wear eye/face protection
Response
In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish. 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): Remove/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/physician Do NOT induce vomiting
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
