HEXANE - VAPOR LIQUID RATIO TEMPERATURE STANDARD

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Identification: EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. Can accumulate static charge. Vapor is heavier than air and may spread long distances. Distant ignition and flash back are possible. Liquid can float on water and may travel to distant locations and spread fire. Can decompose at high temperature forming carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other irritating and toxic vapors, fumes and smoke. Mild central nervous system depressant. High vapor concentrations may cause headache, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, and unconsciousness. High vapor concentrations can displace oxygen in the air and life-threatening asphyxiation (suffocation) may result. Confined space hazard. Can accumulate in confined spaces, producing a fire/toxicity hazard. SKIN IRRITANT. Causes moderate skin irritation. VERY TOXIC. Long-term exposure may cause damage to the nervous system of the extremities (the hands, arms, legs and feet). Aspiration hazard. Swallowing or vomiting of the liquid may result in aspiration (breathing) into the lungs. GHS LABELING SYMBOLS:

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes skin irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs (Nervous system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 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. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Do NOT induce vomiting. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. Collect spillage. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. For IATA Proper Shipping Name and identification, refer to Section 15 of this text. Please refer to Section 11 & 15 for Health Hazard information.