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Safety Data Sheet EN

n-Octane

CAS 111-65-9
EC 203-892-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
n-Octane
Product Code
325950000; 325950010; 325950020; 325950025; 325950250
Chemical Name
n-Octane

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
111-65-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-892-1 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119463939-19

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

distributor

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

A

Acros Organics BVBA

distributor

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Number US

001-201-796-7100

Europe

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336
Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 H400
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 1 H410

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

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

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P273 Avoid release to the environment
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting

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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
Octane EC: 203-892-1 111-65-9 95% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing. Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Ingestion

If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.

Specific hazards

Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Do not allow run-off from fire-fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Instructions

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Remove all sources of ignition. Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure adequate ventilation. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Materials: inert absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Use only non-sparking tools. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage

Flammables area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Use only non-sparking tools.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Nitrile rubber, Breakthrough time: > 480 minutes, Glove thickness: 0.38 mm, EU standard: Level 6, Glove comments: As tested under EN374-3 Determination of Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals. Glove material: Viton (R), Breakthrough time: > 480 minutes, Glove thickness: 0.3 mm, EU standard: EN 374, Glove comments: Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals.

Eyes

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Organic gases and vapours filter Type A Brown conforming to EN14387. Small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask: Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information). Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Colorless
Colour
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Petroleum distillates
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
Not applicable
Melting Point
-57 °C / -70.6 °F
Boiling Point
125 - 127 °C / 257 - 260.6 °F
Flash Point
13 °C / 55.4 °F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
0.6 (Butyl Acetate = 1.0)
Vapor Pressure
14 mbar @ 20 °C
Vapor Density
3.9
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Density
0.708
Flammability
Highly flammable
Upper Explosive Limit
6.5 Vol%
Lower Explosive Limit
0.8 Vol%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
220 °C / 428 °F
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
5.18
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
114.23
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0.55 mPa.s at 20 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Temperatures above 200°C.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂).

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1262
Shipping Name
OCTANES
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for n-Octane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of n-Octane?

n-Octane is a liquid appearing as colorless . It has petroleum distillates odor.

What is n-Octane used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for n-Octane?

This substance has 5 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

What is the melting point of n-Octane?

The melting point is -57 °C / -70.6 °F and the boiling point is 125 - 127 °C / 257 - 260.6 °F.