Hexane Safety Data Sheet - SDS

Product Form: Substance

Product Name: Hexane

CAS-No.: 110-54-3

Company  

High Precision Gas LLC
10770 Painter Avenue
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
714-868-6525
www.highprecisiongas.com

Emergency Number

:

Professional Emergency Resource Services (PERS)
(800) 633-8253  24 / 7 / 365

Flam. Liq. 2

H225

Skin Irrit. 2

H315

STOT SE 3

H336

Hazard Pictograms (GHS-US)

:

GHS02

GHS07

GHS08

 GHS09

Signal Word (GHS-US)

:

Danger

Hazard Statements (GHS-US)

:

Precautionary Statements (GHS-US)

:

P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P210 - Keep away from Heat/Open flames/Sparks/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
P260 - Do not breathe gas/vapors
P261 - Avoid breathing gas, vapors
P264 - Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P271 - Use and store only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P391 - Collect spillage
P403+P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P235 - Keep cool
P405 - Store locked up
P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with container Supplier/owner instructions

Name

Synonyms

Product Identifier

%

Hexane

n-Hexane / BEXANE

(CAS-No.) 110-54-3

100

First-aid Measures After Inhalation:  Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, trained personnel should give oxygen. Call a physician.

First-aid Measures After Skin Contact:  In case of contact, immediately flush affected areas with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. Wash clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated shoes.

First-aid Measures After Eye Contact:  Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. Hold the eyelids open and away from the eyeballs to ensure that all surfaces are flushed thoroughly. Contact an ophthalmologist immediately.

First-aid Measures After Ingestion:  Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.

Symptoms/Injuries:  CAUSES DAMAGE TO ORGANS.

Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation:  MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS OR DIZZINESS.

Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact:  CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION.

Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion:  MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED AND ENTERS AIRWAYS.

Suitable Extinguishing Media:  Carbon dioxide, Dry chemical, Water spray or fog.

Fire Hazard:  HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.

Explosion Hazard:  May form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture.

Firefighting Instructions:  Evacuate all personnel from the danger area. Use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective clothing. Immediately cool containers with water from maximum distance. Stop flow of gas if safe to do so, while continuing cooling water spray. Remove ignition sources if safe to do so. Remove containers from area of fire if safe to do so. On-site fire brigades must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.156 and applicable standards under 29 CFR 1910 Subpart L—Fire Protection.

Protection During Firefighting:  DANGER: FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. Evacuate all personnel from danger area. Use self-contained breathing apparatus. Immediately cool surrounding containers with water spray from maximum distance, taking care not to extinguish flames. Avoid spreading burning liquid with water. Remove ignition sources if safe to do so. If flames are accidentally extinguished, explosive reignition may occur. Reduce vapors with water spray or fog. Stop flow of liquid if safe to do so, while continuing cooling water spray. Remove all containers from area of fire if safe to do so. Allow fire to burn out. On-site fire brigades must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.156 and applicable standards under 29 CFR 1919 Subpart L - Fire Protection.

Other Information:  Vapor forms explosive mixtures with air and oxidizing agents. If leaking gas catches fire, do not extinguish flames. Flammable and toxic vapors may spread from leak and could explode if reignited by sparks or flames. Vapors are heavier than air and may collect in low spots. Explosive atmospheres may linger. Before entering area, especially confined areas, check with an appropriate device.

General Measures:  DANGER: Flammable, liquefied gas. FORMS EXPLOSIVE MIXTURES WITH AIR. Immediately evacuate all personnel from danger area. Use self-contained breathing apparatus where needed. Remove all sources of ignition if safe to do so. Reduce vapors with fog or fine water spray, taking care not to spread liquid with water. Shut off flow if safe to do so. Ventilate area or move container to a well-ventilated area. Flammable vapors may spread from leak and could explode if reignited by sparks or flames. Explosive atmospheres may linger. Before entering area, especially confined areas, check atmosphere with an appropriate device.

Protective Equipment:  Avoid breathing gas, vapors.

For Containment:  On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.

Additional Hazards When Processed:  Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable.

Precautions for Safe Handling:  May irritate skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Use only with adequate ventilation or respiratory protection. Do not get liquid or vapor in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Have safety showers and eyewash fountains immediately available. May form explosive mixtures with air. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use only spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Protect containers from damage. Use a suitable hand truck to move containers; do not drag, roll, slide, or drop. For other precautions in using this product, see section 16

Wear leather safety gloves and safety shoes when handling cylinders. Protect cylinders from physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide or drop. While moving cylinder, always keep in place removable valve cover. Never attempt to lift a cylinder by its cap; the cap is intended solely to protect the valve. When moving cylinders, even for short distances, use a cart (trolley, hand truck, etc.) designed to transport cylinders. Never insert an object (e.g, wrench, screwdriver, pry bar) into cap openings; doing so may damage the valve and cause a leak. Use an adjustable strap wrench to remove over-tight or rusted caps. Slowly open the valve. If the valve is hard to open, discontinue use and contact your supplier. Close the container valve after each use; keep closed even when empty. Never apply flame or localized heat directly to any part of the container. High temperatures may damage the container and could cause the pressure relief device to fail prematurely, venting the container contents. For other precautions in using this product, see section 16.

Storage Conditions:  Store only where temperature will not exceed 125°F (52°C). Post “No Smoking/No Open Flames” signs in storage and use areas. There must be no sources of ignition. Separate packages and protect against potential fire and/or explosion damage following appropriate codes and requirements (e.g, NFPA 30, NFPA 55, NFPA 70, and/or NFPA 221 in the U.S.) or according to requirements determined by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Always secure containers upright to keep them from falling or being knocked over. Install valve protection cap, if provided, firmly in place by hand when the container is not in use. Store full and empty containers separately. Use a first-in, first-out inventory system to prevent storing full containers for long periods. For other precautions in using this product, see section 16

All equipment in storage areas must be explosion-proof. Electric installation in storage areas must meet the requirements of National Electric Code (NEC) Article 500. This material is a static accumulator. To avoid ignition of vapors by static discharge, all metal parts and equipment must be grounded. Follow NFPA 77, Recommended Practice on Static Electricity (www.nfpa.org), and API Recommended Practice 2003, Protection Against Ignitions Arising Out of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents.

Hexane(110-54-3)

ACGIH

ACGIH TLV-TWA (ppm)

50 ppm

USA OSHA

OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³)

1800 mg/m³

USA OSHA

OSHA PEL (TWA) (ppm)

500 ppm

USA IDLH

US IDLH (ppm)

1100 ppm (>10% LEL)

Appropriate Engineering Controls

:

Use a local exhaust system with sufficient flow velocity to maintain an adequate supply of air in the worker's breathing zone. Mechanical (general): General exhaust ventilation may be acceptable if it can maintain an adequate supply of air.

Personal Protective Equipment

:

Avoid all unnecessary exposure.

Eye Protection

:

Chemical goggles or safety glasses. Wear safety glasses when handling cylinders; vapor-proof goggles and a face shield during cylinder changeout or whenever contact with product is possible. Select eye protection in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133.

Skin and Body Protection

:

Wear work gloves and metatarsal shoes for cylinder handling. Protective equipment where needed. Select in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132, 1910.136, and 1910.138.

Respiratory Protection

:

When workplace conditions warrant respirator use, follow a respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, ANSI Z88.2, or MSHA 30 CFR 72.710 (where applicable). Use an air-supplied or air-purifying cartridge if the action level is exceeded. Ensure that the respirator has the appropriate protection factor for the exposure level. If cartridge type respirators are used, the cartridge must be appropriate for the chemical exposure. For emergencies or instances with unknown exposure levels, use a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Other Information

:

Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.

Physical State

:

Liquid

Appearance

:

Colorless liquid.

Odor

:

Slight petroleum

Odor Threshold

:

65 - 248 ppm 

pH

:

No data available

Melting Point

:

-95 °C

Freezing Point

:

No data available 

Boiling Point

:

68.7 °C

Flash Point

:

-22 °C

Auto-ignition Temperature

:

225 °C

Decomposition Temperature

:

No data available 

Flammability (solid, gas)

:

No data available 

Vapor Pressure

:

124 mm Hg (at 20 °C)

Relative Vapor Density at 20°C

:

No data available 

Relative Density

:

No data available 

Solubility

:

Water. 

Log Pow

:

No data available 

Viscosity, kinematic

:

No data available  

Acute Toxicity: Not classified

Hexane ( /f)110-54-3

LC50 oral rat

25 g/kg

ATE US (dermal)

3000.000 mg/kg body weight

ATE US (gases)

4800.000 ppmV/4h

Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified

Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified

Carcinogenicity: Not classified

Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified

Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS OR DIZZINESS.

Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO ORGANS THROUGH PROLONGED OR REPEATED EXPOSURE.

Aspiration Hazard: MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED AND ENTERS AIRWAYS.

Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS OR DIZZINESS.

Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION.

Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED AND ENTERS AIRWAYS.

Ecology - water

:

TOXIC TO AQUATIC LIFE WITH LONG LASTING EFFECTS.

n-Hexane (110-54-3)

Persistence and Degradability

May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.

n-Hexane (110-54-3)

Bioaccumulative Potential

Not established.

Other Information

:

Avoid release to the environment.

Waste Disposal Recommendations:  Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.  Contact supplier for any special requirements.

Additional Information:  Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable.

Ecology - Waste Materials:  Avoid release to the environment.

Transport document description

:

UN1208 Hexanes, 3, II

Hazard labels (DOT)

:

3 - flammable liquid

Packing group (DOT)

:

II - Medium Danger

UN-No. (IMDG)

:

1208

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)

:

HEXANES

Class (IMDG)

: 

II - substance presenting medium danger

UN-No. (IATA)

: 

1208

Proper Shipping Name (IATA)

:

Hexanes

Class (IATA)

:

3 - Flammable Liquids

Packing group (IATA)

:

II - medium Danger

n-Hexane (110-54-3)

Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory

Subject to reporting requirements of United States SARA Section 313

SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes

Immediate (acute) health hazard
Fire hazard

Hexane (110-54-3)

Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)

Hexane (110-54-3)

Listed on the EEC inventory EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances)

Hexane (110-54-3)

Hexane (110-54-3)

State or local regulations:

U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List

Other information

:

When you mix two or more chemicals, you can create additional, unexpected hazards. Obtain and evaluate the safety information for each component before you produce the mixture. Consult an industrial hygienist or other trained person when you evaluate the end product. Before using any plastics, confirm their compatibility with this product.

NFPA health hazard

1- Exposure could cause irritation but only minor residual injury even if no treatment is given.

NFPA Fire Hazard

3 - Liquids and solids that can be ignited under almost all ambient conditions.

NFPA reactivity

0 - Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and are not reactive with water

HMIS III Rating

Health

:

1 Slight Hazard - Irritation or minor reversible injury possible

Flammability

:

3 Serious Hazard

Physical

:

0 Minimal Hazard