n-Hexane
n-Hexane (C6H14), also known as Hexane, is a colorless, flammable liquid with a characteristic odor. It is used as a solvent, chemical intermediate, and in various industrial applications.
Packing:
Typically available in 132kg/drum.
Applications:
n-Hexane is a versatile chemical compound with various applications:
- Solvent: Used as a solvent for adhesives, coatings, and cleaning agents.
- Chemical Intermediate: Used in the production of other chemical compounds.
- Laboratory Reagent: Used in various laboratory applications.
- Extraction Solvent: Used for extracting oils and fats.
Hazard Identification:
n-Hexane 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.
- H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary Statements:
To handle n-Hexane 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.
- P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
- P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
- P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- 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.
- P314: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
- P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label).
- 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.
- 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-Hexane |
EC/List Number | 203-777-6 |
CAS Number | 110-54-3 |
Registration Number | (Specify Registration Number Here) |
Registration Date | (Specify Registration Date Here) |
Tonnage Band | >1000 tonnes/year |
Registration Type | Full Registration |
EC/List Name | Hexane |
Current Only Representative | Various ORs / Joint Submission |
Company UID | (Not publicly available for joint submissions) |