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1. Chemical Product And Company Identification
Company's Name: REAGENTS, INC.
Company's P. O. Box: 240746
Company's City: CHARLOTTE
Company's State: NC
Company's Country: US
Company's Zip Code: 28224
Company's Info Ph #: 704/554-7474, 800/732-8484
Emergencies, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
Date MSDS Prepared: April 29, 2003
Synonyms: n-Hexadecane; cetane
CAS No.: 544-76-3
Molecular Weight: 226.45
Chemical Formula: CH3(CH2)14CH3
Product Codes: 2-21340
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Hexadecane 544-76-3 90 - 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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DANGER! HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF INHALED. CAUSES
SEVERE SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE EYE AND RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE CAN CAUSE NARCOTIC EFFECTS.
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Health Rating: 2 - Moderate
Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight
Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT
Storage Color Code: Green (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Information on the human health effects from exposure to this substance is limited.
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors may be irritating to the mucous membrane and upper respiratory
tract. May cause narcosis.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. Direct aspiration into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis and
may cause lung damage.
Skin Contact: Causes severe skin irritation based on Draize information for humans and animals.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Chronic Exposure: No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Call a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Aspiration hazard.
Skin Contact: Remove any contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap or mild detergent and water for
at least 15 minutes. Wash clothes before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper
eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Flash point: > 100oC (> 212oF) CC
Autoignition temperature: 205oC (401oF)
Explosion: Above the flash point, explosive vapor-air mixtures may be formed. Above flash point,
vapor-air mixtures are explosive within flammable limits noted above.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray. Water may be
ineffective.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-
contained breathing apparatus with full-facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive
pressure mode. Water spray may be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment as specified in Section 8. Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel
from entering. Contain and recover liquid when possible. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Collect
liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert material (e. g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth),
and place in a chemical waste container. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw dust. Do not
flush to sewer!
7. Handling and Storage
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Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical
damage. Isolate from any source of heat or ignition. Isolate from incompatible substances.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits: None established.
Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures as low as possible. 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.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): For conditions of use where exposure to the substance is
apparent, consult an industrial hygienist. For emergencies, or instances where the exposure levels are
not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air purifying
respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection: Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or
coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is possible.
Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor: No information found.
Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 0.77
pH: No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21oC (70oF): 100
Boiling Point: 287oC (549oF)
Melting Point: 18oC (64oF)
Vapor Density (Air=1): 7.8
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 1 @ 105.3oC (221oF)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. Hygroscopic.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to
decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.
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11. Toxicological Information
No LD50/LC50 information found relating to normal routes of occupational exposure. Irritation data;
skin, human: 50 mg/48H Severe
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Hexadecane (544-76-3) No No None
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate: When released into the soil, this material 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 may evaporate to a moderate extent. When released into water, this material may
biodegrade to a moderate extent. When released into water, this material may evaporate to a moderate
extent. This material has an estimated bioconcentration factor (BCF) of greater than 100. This material
has a log octanol-water partition coefficient of greater than 3.0. This material is not expected to
significantly bioaccumulate. When released into the air, this material is not expected to be degraded by
photolysis. When released into air, this material is expected to have a half-life between 10 and 30 days.
Environmental Toxicity: No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved
waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste
management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Hexadecane (544-76-3) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
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--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Hexadecane (544-76-3) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Hexadecane (544-76-3) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Hexadecane (544-76-3) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Liquid)
WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning: DANGER! HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF
INHALED. CAUSES SEVERE SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE EYE AND RESPIRATORY TRACT
IRRITATION. PROLONGED EXPOSURE CAN CAUSE NARCOTIC EFFECTS.
Label Precautions: Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Label First Aid: If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Aspiration hazard. Call a physician
immediately. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes. In all cases call a physician.
Product Use: Laboratory Reagent.
Disclaimer:
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Reagents, Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation
as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the
appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
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Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for a particular purpose. REAGENTS, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS
OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO
WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, REAGENTS, INC. WILL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS
INFORMATION.
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