Material Safety Data Sheet
1-Hexene
Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: 1-Hexene
Product Name
: AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries
Supplier
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253
: 1-hexene; butyl ethylene; hesylene
Synonym
: 001097
MSDS#
Date of : 3/9/2006.
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency
Section 2. Hazards identification
: Liquid. (COLORLESS LIQUID)
Physical state
: Danger!
Emergency overview
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: MUCOUS MEMBRANES, SKIN,
EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Use only with
adequate ventilation.
Potential acute health effects
Slightly irritating to the eyes.
Eyes :
Slightly irritating to the skin.
Skin :
Slightly irritating to the respiratory system.
Inhalation :
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Potential chronic health :
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Medical conditions :
aggravated by overexposure
See toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
United States
Exposure limits
hexene 592-41-6 100 ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2004). Notes:
2002 Adoption.
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
Section 4. First aid measures
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Skin contact
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
Inhalation
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
Ingestion
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.
1-Hexene
Section 5. Fire fighting measures
Flammable.
Flammability of the product :
252.85掳C (487.1掳F)
Auto-ignition temperature :
Closed cup: -9.15掳C (15.5掳F).
Flash point :
Lower: 1.2% Upper: 6.9%
Flammable limits :
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2).
Products of combustion :
Extremely flammable in presence of oxidizing materials.
Fire hazards in presence of :
various substances
: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemicals, or CO 2.
Fire fighting media and
instructions
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. Vapors may accumulate
in low or confined areas, travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash
back. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
equipment for fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental release measures
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Eliminate all ignition sources. Keep
Personal precautions
unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable protective equipment (Section 8). Do not
touch or walk through spilled material.
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
: If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small spills add
Methods for cleaning up
absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable materials) and use a non-
sparking or explosion proof means to transfer material to a sealed, appropriate container
for disposal. For large spills dike spilled material or otherwise contain material to ensure
runoff does not reach a waterway. Place spilled material in an appropriate container for
disposal.
Section 7. Handling and storage
: Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat,
Handling
sparks and flame. To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by
grounding and bonding containers and equipment before transferring material. Use
explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment.
: Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources
of ignition (spark or flame).
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
Engineering controls
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure
that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal protection
: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
Eyes
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or
dusts.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling
this product.
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
Respiratory
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves or gauntlets complying with an approved standard
Hands
should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment
indicates this is necessary.
1-Hexene
Personal protection in case : Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be
sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
of a large spill
Product name Exposure limits
United States
hexene ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2004). Notes: 2002 Adoption.
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
Liquid. (COLORLESS LIQUID)
Physical state :
COLORLESS
Color :
MILD
Odor :
84.18 g/mole
Molecular weight :
C6-H12
Molecular formula :
63掳C (145.4掳F)
Boiling/condensation point :
-98.5掳C (-145.3掳F)
Melting/freezing point :
230.9掳C (447.6掳F)
Critical temperature :
0.6732 (Water = 1)
Specific gravity :
3 (Air = 1)
Vapor density :
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
Incompatibility with various : Extremely reactive or incompatible with oxidizing agents.
substances
Section 11. Toxicological information
Chronic effects on humans : Causes damage to the following organs: mucous membranes, skin, eye, lens or cornea.
: No specific information is available in our database regarding the other toxic effects of
Other toxic effects on
this material for humans.
humans
Specific effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Carcinogenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity
Section 12. Ecological information
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2) and water.
Products of degradation
: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal considerations
: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Avoid
Waste disposal
dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times
comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation
and any regional local authority requirements.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
1-Hexene
Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN2370 1-HEXENE 3 II Limited
quantity
FLAMMABLE LIQUID
Yes.
3
Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 5 L
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 60 L
Special
provisions
IB2, T4, TP1
TDG Classification UN2370 1-HEXENE 3 II Passenger
Carrying Ship
Index
3
Forbidden
Passenger
Carrying
Road or Rail
Index
5
UN2370 1-HEXENE 3 II
Mexico Limited
Classification quantity
FLAMMABLE LIQUID
Yes.
3
Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 5 L
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 60 L
Special
provisions
IB2, T4, TP1
1-Hexene
Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: Flammable liquid
HCS Classification
Target organ effects
: TSCA 8(b) inventory: hexene
U.S. Federal regulations
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: hexene
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: hexene:
Fire hazard, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
: Pennsylvania RTK: hexene: (generic environmental hazard)
State regulations
Massachusetts RTK: hexene
New Jersey: hexene
Canada
: Class B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8掳C (100掳F).
WHMIS (Canada)
CEPA DSL: hexene
Section 16. Other information
: HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
Label Requirements
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: MUCOUS MEMBRANES, SKIN,
EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
*1
Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.) 3
Fire hazard
0
Reactivity
C
Personal protection
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
3
Association (U.S.A.)
1 0
Health Instability
Special
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named
supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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