General Information
Revision date
2014-10-06
Product name
2,5-Dimethylhexane
CAS No.
592-13-2
Emergency telephone
Chemical Emergencies
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Company Information
company name
TCI AMERICA
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales-US@TCIchemicals.com
GHS Information
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Danger!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3]
Aspiration hazard
Category 1] Flammable Liquids [Category 3] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 1]
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Danger!
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation Flammable liquid and vapor May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
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Prevention
Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground or bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting, and equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.
Response
If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)
