n-Heptane
n-Heptane (C7H16) is a clear, colorless, flammable liquid with a characteristic odor. It is used as a solvent, in chemical research, and as a component of gasoline.
Packing:
Typically available in 137kg/drum.
Applications:
n-Heptane is a versatile chemical compound with various applications:
- Solvent: Used as a solvent for paints, coatings, resins, and cleaning agents.
- Chemical Intermediate: Used in chemical synthesis and research.
- Fuel Component: A component of gasoline, contributing to its octane rating.
- Laboratory Reagent: Used in various laboratory applications.
Hazard Identification:
n-Heptane is a flammable liquid and may cause irritation. The main hazards associated with its use include:
- GHS Hazard Pictograms:
- Signal Word: Danger
- Hazard Statements:
- H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
- H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements:
To handle n-Heptane safely, the following precautions are recommended:
- Prevention:
- P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
- P233: Keep container tightly closed.
- P240: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
- P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
- P242: Use non-sparking tools.
- P243: Take action to prevent static discharges.
- P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273: Avoid release to the environment.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- Response:
- P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
- P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P331: Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P370+P378: In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
- P391: Collect spillage.
- Storage:
- P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
- P405: Store locked up.
- Disposal:
- P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
REACH CERTIFICATE
Field | Details |
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Substance Name | n-Heptane |
EC/List Number | 205-563-8 |
CAS Number | 142-82-5 |
Registration Number | (Specify Registration Number Here) |
Registration Date | (Specify Registration Date Here) |
Tonnage Band | >1000 tonnes/year |
Registration Type | Full Registration |
EC/List Name | Heptane |
Current Only Representative | Various ORs / Joint Submission |
Company UID | (Not publicly available for joint submissions) |