MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MANUFACTURER Varian Instruments 鈥? Middelburg
ADDRESS Herculesweg 8
4338 PL Middelburg, Netherlands
PHONE 31.118.67100 MSDS Number: 1002-045 Rev. 1
EMERGENCY PHONE 1.800.424.9300 鈥? CHEMTREC USA Date: October 16, 2002
FAX 31.118.633118 Prepared by: Corporate EH&S
SECTION 1: MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Testmix CP0045
Synonyms: Dimethylpentanes, Benzene, Trimethylbutane, Methylhexane, and Dimethylcyclopentane in Pentane.
Pentane is also known as Amyl Hydride.
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION
An ampoule/vial containing the following:
Approximate NTP IARC
Component CAS Number Concentration Carcinogen Status Carcinogen Status
2,2-Dimethylpentane 590-35-2 1.00% not listed not listed
Benzene 71-43-2 1.00% listed* listed*
2,4-Dimethylpentane 108-08-7 1.00% not listed not listed
2,2,3-Trimethylbutane 464-06-2 1.00% not listed not listed
2-Methylhexane 591-76-4 1.00% not listed not listed
2,3-Dimethylpentane 565-59-3 1.00% not listed not listed
1 cis-3-Dimethylcyclopentane 2532-58-3 1.00% not listed not listed
3-Methylhexane 589-34-4 1.00% not listed not listed
Pentane 109-66-0 balance not listed not listed
*Listed as a known human carcinogen by NTP and IARC.
WARNING: This product contains Benzene [CAS# 71-43-2] chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, the information below pertains only to the Pentane solvent in the ampoule/vial.
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: Colorless liquid. Flash Point: -50 deg C. Danger 鈥? Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Aspiration
hazard if swallowed. Can enter and damage lungs. May cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation. May cause central nervous
system depression. Causes eye and skin irritation. Poison! Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Target Organs: Central nervous system.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. May cause adverse central nervous system effects including nausea, headache, unconsciousness,
and coma. Mat cause respiratory tract irritation. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation.
Ingestion: Tends to vaporize when swallowed causing aspiration into lungs. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause
central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure.
Skin Contact: Causes moderate skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. Prolonged and/or repeated
contact may cause defatting of the skin and dermatitis.
Eye Contact: Produces irritation, characterized by a burning sensation, redness, tearing, inflammation, and possible corneal injury.
Carcinogen Status: NTP: Not listed IARC: Not listed
SECTION 4: FIRST AID INFORMATION
Inhalation: Get medical attention immediately. Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has ceased
apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Ingestion: If swallowed, get medical attention immediately. Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. If victim
is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical
attention immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
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SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING INFORMATION
Fire: Flash point (closed cup): -50C (-58F)
Autoignition temperature: 260C (500F)
Flammable limits in air % by volume: Lower = 1.5 Upper = 7.8
NFPA Rating: health-1; flammability-4; reactivity-0
Explosion: Above flash point, vapor-air mixtures are explosive within flammable limits noted above. Explosion hazard and
dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, sparks or flames. Sensitive to static discharge.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective. Water spray may be used to keep fire
exposed containers cool, dilute spills to nonflammable mixtures, protect personnel attempting to stop leak and disperse vapors.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition.
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), scoop up with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable
container for disposal. Do not flush to sewer!
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated
area. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage: Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-
ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Airborne Exposure Limits: United States - OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 1000 ppm (TWA)
United States - ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 600 ppm (TWA); 750 ppm (STEL)
Australia: Time-weighted average 600 ppm (1800 mg/m3), short term exposure limit 750 ppm,
JAN1993
The Netherlands: MAC-TGG 600 ppm (1800 mg/m3), Skin, JAN1999
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye Protection: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in
work area.
Skin Protection: Wear impervious gloves, apron, and/or clothing.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH or
European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne
Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its
source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, "Industrial Ventilation, A
Manual of Recommended Practices", most recent edition, for details.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid Boiling Point: 36C (97F)
Odor: Characteristic, Gasoline-like Melting Point: -130C (-202F)
Solubility: Negligible (0.04% in water @ 20C (68F)) Vapor Density: 2.5 (Air=1)
Specific Gravity: 0.63 (Water = 1) Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 426 @ 20C (68F)
pH: Not available. Evaporation Rate: 28.6 (Butyl Acetate = 1)
Molecular Formula: CH5H12 % Volatiles by Volume: 100
Molecular Weight: 72.17
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable at room temperature in sealed containers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and oxides of carbon.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Highly reactive with oxidizing agents.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, ignition sources, and excess heat.
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SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#: RZ9450000 for CAS# 109-66-0:
LD50/LC50:
Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 364 gm/m3/4 hour
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Reproductive and Mutagenicity Effects: Not available.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental Fate: When released into the soil, this material is expected to may biodegrade to a moderate extent. When
released into the soil, this material is not expected to leach into groundwater. When released into the soil, this material is expected
to quickly evaporate. When released into the water, this material is expected to have a half-life of less than 1 day. When released
into water, this material may biodegrade to a moderate extent. When released into the air, this material is expected to be readily
degraded by reaction with photochemically produced hydroxyl radicals. When released into air, this material is expected to have a
half-life between 1 and 10 days.
Environmental Toxicity: Fish: Rainbow Trout: LC50 = 9.87 mg/L 鈥? 96 Hr.; Fathead Monnow: LC50 = 11.59 mg/L 鈥? 96 hr.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL GUIDELINES
Dispose in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded
chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts
261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate
classification.
USEPA RCRA waste number D001.
The information offered here is for the product as shipped. Use and/or alterations to the product such as mixing with other
materials may significantly change the characteristics of the material and alter the RCRA classification and the proper disposal
method.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Ship in accordance with all applicable local, State, Federal, and International transportation regulations.
The following is a summary only. Check regulations for complete information:
United States (Land, D.O.T.) International (Air, I.C.A.O.)
Proper Shipping Name: Pentanes Proper Shipping Name: Pentanes
Hazard Class: 3 Hazard Class: 3
UN/NA: UN1265 UN/NA: UN1265
Packing Group: I Packing Group: I
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal
TSCA: CAS# 109-66-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: Yes Fire: Yes Pressure: Yes Reactivity: No
US State
CAS# 109-66-0 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,
Massachusetts.
California Proposition 65: Not regulated.
Other Regulations
EC Hazard Symbols: F 鈥? Highly Flammable
EC Risk and Safety Phrases:
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Australian Hazchem Code: 3[Y]E
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SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, the information above pertains only to the Pentane solvent in the ampoule/vial.
Rev. 1 - Corrected CAS Number for 2-Methylhexane.
This MSDS was prepared in accordance with ANSI Z400.1-1993 and 91/155/EEC recommended formats.
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate, but does not purport to be all-inclusive and shall be used only as a
guide. Varian, Inc., does not guarantee said information is accurate or complete, nor shall any of this information constitute a
warranty, whether expressed or implied, as to the safety of the goods, the merchantability of the goods, or the fitness of the goods
for a particular purpose. It is the user鈥檚 responsibility to determine the suitability of this information and to assure the adoption of
necessary precautions. Varian, Inc. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above
product, nor for the results obtained, or for incidental or consequential damage arising from the use of these data. No freedom from
infringement of any patent, copyright or trademark is to be inferred.
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