GFS CHEMICALS, INC.
P.O. Box 245 Powell, OH 43065
740-881-5501(Tel.) 740-881-5989(Fax)
1-800-424-9300(Chemtrec 24Hr. Info.)
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
5235
1,2-HEXANEDIOL
CHEMICAL NAME & SYNONYMS DOT CLASS SARA TITLE 313
1,2-Hexanediol; 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane NR No
TSCA listed - Yes
FORMULA REPORTABLE QUANTITY F.W. CAS#
HOCH 2CHOH(CH 2) 3CH 3 N/A 118.18 6920-22-5
PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling point 223-224掳C; Density 0.951; Soluble in water.
APPEARANCE & ODOR
Clear, colorless liquid.
REACTIVITY & CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing materials, acid chlorides and anhydrides.
FIRE HAZARDS
Combustible material. Will be consumed in a fire and emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide and
carbon dioxide. Firefighters wear SCBA. NFPA # 1-1-0.
EXTINGUISHER FLASHPOINT LEL UEL
CO 2, ABC dry powder, foam, water spray or fog. 122掳C N/A N/A
HEALTH HAZARDS
Mildly irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. The chemical, physical and toxicological
properties have not been fully investigated. No LD/TD data found. OSHA PEL/ACGIH TLV not
established. This material is not a listed carcinogen. It DOES NOT indicate absence of
carcinogenicity.
FIRST AID
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and launder before reuse. Discard contaminated shoes.
For eyes, flush with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes. If irritation develops, seek
medical attention. For skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water, while removing clothing. If
irritation develops, seek medical attention. For inhalation, remove to fresh air. If not
breathing give mouth to mouth resuscitation. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek
medical attention at once. For ingestion, dilute with water and seek medical attention at once.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Wear goggles, rubber gloves, protective clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation and/or
suitable respiratory protection. Avoid all contact.
SPILLS & LEAKS
Ventilate area. Equip personnel with respirator. Take up spill in absorbent and dispose to
incinerator or other suitable hazardous waste.
CATALOG # PREPARED BY DATE
5235 MDM January 18, 2006
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