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Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name Product Code HX0296
Hexanes, OmniSolv 庐 , For Gas
Chromatography, Residue Analysis, HPLC,
Spectrophotometry
Manufacturer EMD Chemicals Inc. Effective Date 3/20/2003
P.O. Box 70
480 Democrat Road
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM Industries,
Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries, Inc.
For More Information Call In Case of Emergency Call
856-423-6300 Technical Service 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 613-996-6666 CANUTEC (Canada)
24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week
Synonym HEXANE
Material Uses Analytical reagent.
Chemical Family Solvent.
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by Weight
n-Hexane 110-54-3 100
+ Section 3. Hazards Identification
Physical State and Liquid.
Appearance
Emergency Overview DANGER!
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
ASPIRATION HAZARD.
HARMFUL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED.
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM,
RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and
itching.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or,
occasionally, blistering.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Ingestion Hazardous in case of ingestion. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Medical Conditions Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in
Aggravated by one or many human organs.
Overexposure:
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used. Wash
clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical
attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Product Product will burn.
Auto-ignition Temperature 224.9掳C (436.8 掳F)
Flash Points Closed cup: -23.1掳C (-9.6 掳F).
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Flammable Limits LOWER: 1.1% UPPER: 7.5%
Products of Combustion These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of shocks, of heat, of oxidizing
Various Substances materials.
Explosion Hazards in Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
Presence of Various Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge.
Substances Highly explosive in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact:
Extremely flammable in presence of shocks.
Extremely explosive in presence of shocks.
Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent
pressure build -up, autoignition or explosion.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Special Remarks on Fire Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Hazards
Special Remarks on Not available.
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container.
Large Spill and Leak Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use
water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for
assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV
on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Spill Kit Information The following EMD Chemicals Inc. SpillSolv 庐 absorbent is recommended for this product: SX1330 Solvent
Treatment Kit
+ Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not ingest. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on
skin, or on clothing.
Storage Keep container in a cool, well -ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne 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
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Lab coat.
Respiratory Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Feet Not applicable.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Personal Protection in Case Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to
of a Large Spill avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Product Name Exposure Limits
n-Hexane BAUA (Germany, 1997).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 720 mg/m3
Spitzenbegrenzung: 720 mg/m3
Spitzenbegrenzung: 200 ppm
TWA: 180 mg/m3
TWA: 180 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
DK-Arbejdstylsinet (Denmark, 1996).
GV: 90 mg/m3
GV: 90 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
GV: 25 ppm 8 hour(s).
Tyoterveyslaitos (Finland, 1998).
STEL: 540 mg/m3
TWA: 180 mg/m3
Tyterveyslaitos (Finland, 1998).
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STEL: 540 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
STEL: 150 ppm 15 minute(s).
TWA: 180 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
INRS (France, 1996).
VME: 170 mg/m3
VME: 170 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
VME: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
National Authority for Occupational Safety/Health (Ireland, 1999).
OEL: 70 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
OEL: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).
Arbeidsinspectie (Netherlands, 1999).
TGG 8 uur: 90 mg/m3
TGG 8 uur: 90 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
TGG 8 uur: 25 ppm 8 hour(s).
N-Arbeidstylsinet (Norway, 1996).
AN: 90 mg/m3
AN: 90 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
AN: 25 ppm 8 hour(s).
EH40 -OES (United Kingdom (UK), 1997).
TWA: 72 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).
ACGIH (United States, 1998). Skin
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
NIOSH REL (United States, 1994).
TWA: 180 mg/m3 10 hour(s).
TWA: 50 ppm 10 hour(s).
OSHA (United States, 1989).
TWA: 180 mg/m3
OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989).
TWA: 180 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Odor Characteristic.
Color Colorless.
Physical State and Liquid.
Appearance
Molecular Weight 86.2 g/mole
Molecular Formula C6 -H14
pH Not available.
Boiling/Condensation Point 68.94 掳C (156.1 掳F)
Melting/Freezing Point -139.39 掳C (-218.9掳F)
Critical Temperature 234.3掳C (453.7 掳F)
Specific Gravity 0.659 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Vapor Density 3 (Air = 1)
Odor Threshold 130 ppm
Evaporation Rate 6.82 compared to (n -BUTYL ACETATE=1)
LogKow Not available.
Dispersion Properties See solubility in water.
Solubility Partially soluble in water.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with Various Highly reactive with oxidizing agents.
Substances
Rem/Incompatibility Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Products
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number:
n-Hexanes MN9275000
Toxicity Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 25000 mg/kg [Rat].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 48000 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 3 by European Union.
Acute Effects on Humans Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and
itching. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling,
reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Hazardous in case of
ingestion.
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Synergetic Products Not available.
(Toxicologically)
Irritancy Draize Test (Rabbit):
Eyes: 10mg/time not available. Reaction: Mild.
Sensitization Not available.
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Toxicity to Reproductive Tests on laboratory animals for reproductive effects are cited in Registry of Toxic Effects on Chemical
System Substances (RTECS).
Teratogenic Effects Classified 3 by European Union.
Mutagenic Effects Tests on laboratory animals for mutagenic effects are cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances
(RTECS).
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
EPA Waste Number D001
Treatment Incineration, fuels blending or recycle. Contact your local permitted waste disposal site (TSD) for permissible
treatment sites. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local,
state, and Federal Regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Proper Shipping Name: HEXANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN number: UN1208
Packing Group: II
RQ: 5000 lbs. (2268 kg)
TDG Classification Not available.
IMO/IMDG Classification Proper Shipping Name: HEXANES
Hazard Class: 3
UN number: UN1208
Packing Group: II
RQ: 5000
ICAO/IATA Classification Not available.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations TSCA 4(a) final test rules: n -Hexane
TSCA 8(b) inventory: n -Hexane
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: n -Hexane
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: n-Hexane: Fire Hazard,
Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: n -Hexane
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.
WHMIS (Canada) WHMIS Class B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8掳C (100 掳F).
WHMIS Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
CEPA DSL: n -Hexane
This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and
the MSDS contains all required information.
International Regulations
EINECS n-Hexane 203 -777-6
DSCL (EEC) R11- Highly flammable.
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
International Lists Australia (NICNAS): n-Hexane
Japan (MITI): n -Hexane
Korea (TCCL): n -Hexane
Philippines (RA6969): n-Hexane
China: No products were found.
State Regulations Pennsylvania RTK: n-Hexane: (generic environmental hazard)
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Massachusetts RTK: n-Hexane
New Jersey: n-Hexane
California prop. 65: No products were found.
Section 16. Other Information
Fire Hazard
National Fire 3
Protection 1 0 Reactivity
Health
Association Specific Hazard
(U.S.A.)
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Notice to Reader
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information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly
trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered
by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use,
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