Hexane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315, H320, H332, H336, H361

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids: GHS Category 2 Skin Irritation: GHS Category 2 Eye Irritation: GHS Category 2B Reproductive Toxicity: GHS Category 2 Specific Target Organ Exposure, single exposure: GHS Category 3 Specific Target Organ Exposure, multiple exposure: GHS Category 2

Aspiration hazard

GHS Category 1 Acute Aquatic Hazard: GHS Category 2

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

H225 – Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H304 – May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H315 – Causes skin irritation. H320 – Causes eye irritation. H332 – Harmful if inhaled. H336 – May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H361 – Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary statements

P210 – Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P243 – Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P280 – Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P310 – IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P303+P361+P353 – IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304+P340 – IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P308+P313 – IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P403+P235 – Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501 – Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Emergency Overview Harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Causes irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Affects the central and peripheral nervous system. Aspiration hazard. Possible risk for impaired fertility. Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May cause flash fire. Static electrical hazard. Target Organs: Central nervous system, respiratory system, eyes, skin, peripheral nervous system, and testes.

HMIS® ratings

Health – 1* Flammability – 3 Physical Hazard – 0 PPE – User supplied NOTE: HMIS ratings use a numbering scale that ranges from 0 - 4 to indicate the degree of hazard. A value of zero means the chemical presents no hazard while a value of four indicates a high hazard. These ratings are based on the inherent properties of this chemical under expected conditions of normal use and are not intended to be used in emergency situations. PPE is determined by the user based on their needs and conditions.