Hexane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H316, H336, H361, H373, H401, H411

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids : category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation : category 3 Reproductive toxicity : category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure, narcotic effects : category 3 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure : category 2

Aspiration hazard

category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment,acute toxicity : category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment,chronic toxicity : category 2

Signal word

Danger

Physical hazards

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour

Health hazards

H316 Causes mild skin irritation H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H336 May cause drowsiness and dizziness H373 May cause damage to organs (peripheral nervous system) through prolonged or repeated exposure. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enter airways

Environmental hazards

H401 Toxic to aquatic life H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instruction before use P202 Do not handle untill 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. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/spray/vapour. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P301+P310 If swallowed : immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. P303+P361 If on skin : Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse +P353 skin with water/shower. P304+P340 If inhaled : Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351 If in eyes : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact +P338 lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P331 Do not induce vomiting.

Storage

P403+P233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P235 Keep cool P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container to appropriate waste site or reclaimer in accordance with local and national regulations.