General Information
Revision date
2022-08-30
Product name
n-Heptane
Product Synonyms
None
CAS No.
142-82-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory use
1.2.2. Uses advised against
human or animal consumption
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, +1 703-741-5970
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Company Information
company name
VHG
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
lgcusa@lgcgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified
Aspiration hazard
Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Classified
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection Keep cool If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing 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 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
May be harmful in contact with skin.
