n-Hexane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315, H336, H361, H373, H411

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification under Safe Work Australia Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Exclamation Mark

Environmental hazards

Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2

2.2 Label elements

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Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H315 - Causes skin irritation H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P242 - Use non-sparking tools P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear 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 P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical or foam for extinction P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

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