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Hexane

CAS 110-54-3
EC 203-777-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Hexane
Product Code
H/0406/15, H/0406/15X, H/0406/17, H/0406/17CN, H/0406/21, H/0406/25SS, H/0406/27SS, H/0406/DH25, H/0406/PB17, H/0406/PB17X, H/0406/21RSS, H/0406/10RSS, H/0406/25RSS, H/0406/30RSS, H/0406/27RSS
Synonyms
Hex

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
110-54-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-777-6 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119480412-44

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals; Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites; Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals; Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent; Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

national supplier

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

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

national supplier

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

01509 231166

Chemtrec US

(800) 424-9300

Chemtrec EU

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
Repr. Cat. 2 H361f
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336
STOT RE Cat. 1 H372
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

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
H361f Suspected of damaging fertility
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H411 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
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Hexane EC: 203-777-6 110-54-3 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: Risk of serious damage to the lungs (by aspiration).

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

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

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO₂, dry chemical, dry sand, 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. Risk of ignition. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Containers may explode when heated.

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

Use personal protective equipment as required.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

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

Storage

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. Use only non-sparking tools.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. 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 (> 480 minutes, 0.38 - 0.56 mm, Level 6, As tested under EN374-3), Viton (R) (> 480 minutes, 0.7 mm, EN 374), Neoprene gloves (< 180 minutes, 0.45 mm). 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 compatibility, 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.

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. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. 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.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Crystallisation Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Vapor Pressure
160 mbar @ 20 °C
Colour
---
Freezing Point
---
Solubility In Water
Immiscible
Molecular Weight
86.18
Solubility In Fat
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Flammability
Highly flammable On basis of test data
Form
---
Ph
Not applicable
Flash Point
-22 °C / -7.6 °F Method - No information available
Odor Threshold
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
0.31 mPa·s at 20 °C
Auto Ignition Temperature
223 °C / 433.4 °F
Odor
Petroleum distillates
Solubility
---
Voc Content
---
Physical State
Liquid
Vapor Density
2.97 (Air = 1.0)
Lower Explosive Limit
1.1 vol%
Cloud Point
---
Density
0.659
Relative Density
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Solidification Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
7.5 vol%
Boiling Point
69 °C / 156.2 °F @ 760 mmHg
Appearance
Colorless
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Melting Point
-95 °C / -139 °F
Explosive Limits
---
Partition Coefficient
4.11
Softening Point
No data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Colour Intensity
---
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

None under normal processing. Hazardous Polymerization No information available.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Heat, flames and sparks. Exposure to light. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

Incompatible

Incompatible products

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2)

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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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
UN1208
Shipping Name
Hexanes
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 other names is Hexane known by?

Hexane is also known as: Hex

What is the hazard signal word for Hexane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Hexane?

Hexane is a liquid appearing as colorless . It has petroleum distillates odor.

What is Hexane used for?

Laboratory chemicals; Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites; Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals; Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent; Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

What are the hazard statements for Hexane?

This substance has 7 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
  • H361f: Suspected of damaging fertility
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What is the melting point of Hexane?

The melting point is -95 °C / -139 °F and the boiling point is 69 °C / 156.2 °F @ 760 mmHg.