General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-19
Product name
Hexyl alcohol
Product Synonyms
1-Hexanol
CAS No.
111-27-3
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements Flammable liquid and vapor Causes serious eye irritation Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Take off contaminated clothing Eyes 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 Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Evacuate area Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 3 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Label Elements