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Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.

CAS 64742-49-0
EC 265-151-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.
Product Code
CL00.1608
Chemical Name
naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated light
Synonyms
naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated light

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
64742-49-0 Check regulations →
EC Number
265-151-9 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119475133-43

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemical

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Chem-Lab nv logo

Chem-Lab nv

manufacturer

Industriezone 'De arend 2', Zedelgem – Belgium

+32 50 288320

https://www.chem-lab.be

Emergency Contacts

Chem-Lab nv

+32 50 28 83 20

Centre Anti-Poisons/Antigifcentrum c/o Hôpital Militaire Reine Astrid

+32 70 245 245

24/7

Centre Anti-Poisons/Antigifcentrum c/o Hôpital Militaire Reine Astrid

02 264 96 30

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 1 H224
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Repr. Cat. 2 H361
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 2 H411

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r. EC: 265-151-9 64742-49-0 100% Yes

Full text of H- and EUH-statements: see section 16

Notes

Full text of H- and EUH-statements: see section 16

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove the victim into fresh air. Get medical advice/attention.

Skin contact

After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of water.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Consult an eye specialist.

Ingestion

Risk of aspiration! Keep airways free. Call a physician immediately. Vomiting: prevent asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia.

Symptoms: Gastrointestinal complaints.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical advice/attention (inhalation), Consult an eye specialist (eye), Call a physician immediately (ingestion).

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide. Foam. Dry powder.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. On burning: release of harmful gases/vapours.

Instructions

Prevent fire fighting water from entering the environment.

Firefighter Protection

Wear recommended personal protective equipment. Use self-contained breathing apparatus and chemically protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not breathe vapours, spray. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all sources of ignition.

Environmental

Do not allow to enter drains or water courses. Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous.

Cleanup methods

Take up liquid spill into inert absorbent material.

Materials: inert absorbent material

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07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep away from ignition sources/sparks. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Work under local exhaust/ventilation.

Storage

Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. Store in a dry place.

Fire prevention

Keep away from ignition sources/sparks. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation.

Hands

Protective gloves against chemicals (EN 374)

Eyes

Chemical goggles or safety glasses. Face shield

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Odor Threshold
Not available
Solidification Point
---
Vapor Pressure
Not available
Ph
Not available
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Freezing Point
Not available
Partition Coefficient
Not available
Properties Status
---
Odor
Petroleum-like odour.
Physical State Data
liquid
Density
0.653 g/ml
Solubility In Water
Insoluble in water.
Bulk Density
---
Appearance
---
Physical State
Liquid
Crystallisation Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
8 vol %
Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
Metal Corrosion
---
Flammability
Not available
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Flash Point
-21 °C
Colour
Colourless.
Melting Point
-100 °C
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Density
---
Softening Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Cloud Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Solubility In Fat
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not available
Form
---
Colour Intensity
---
Boiling Point
40 – 60 °C
Voc Content
100 %
Auto Ignition Temperature
250 °C
Lower Explosive Limit
0.8 vol %
Relative Density
Not available
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No additional information available

Reactivity

No additional information available

Hazardous reactions

No additional information available

Avoid

No additional information available

Incompatible

No additional information available

Decomposition

No additional information available

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Remove waste in accordance with local and/or national regulations. Hazardous waste shall not be mixed together with other waste. Different types of hazardous waste shall not be mixed together if this may entail a risk of pollution or create problems for the further management of the waste. Hazardous waste shall be managed responsibly. All entities that store, transport or handle hazardous waste shall take the necessary measures to prevent risks of pollution or damage to people or animals.

Disposal

Remove waste in accordance with local and/or national regulations.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1268
Shipping Name
PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
ADR

S2, S20

IMDG

Immiscible with water.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r. known by?

Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r. is also known as: naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated light

What is the hazard signal word for Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.?

Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r. is a liquid with colourless. color. It has petroleum-like odour. odor.

What is the solubility of Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.?

Insoluble in water.

What is Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r. used for?

Laboratory chemical

What are the hazard statements for Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.?

This substance has 7 hazard statements:

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Petroleum ether 40-60 a.r.?

The melting point is -100 °C and the boiling point is 40 – 60 °C.