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Material Safety Data Sheets |
MSDS No: 589-34-4
Date: 03/09/2001 |
| SUPPLIER ADDRESS: | 6141 Easton Road, Bldg. 1
PO Box 310
Plumsteadville, PA 18949-0310 | EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: | (215) 766-8861 |
| PRODUCT NAME: | 3-METHYL HEXANE | SYNONYMS: | None |
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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| Ingredient Name | Formula | | CAS # | | Concentration | | ACGIH TLV | | OSHA PEL | | MAC | | Other STEL |
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 3-METHYL HEXANE | C7H16 | | 589-34-4 | | 99+% | | NE | | NE | | NE | | NE |
| Note: | NE = NONE ESTABLISHED | S/A = SIMPLE ASPHYXIANT |
3. HAZARD INDENTIFICATION
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* * * EMERGENCY OVERVIEW * * *
Flammable liquid and vapor.
Can form explosive mixtures with air.
Can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation , Ingestion
ACUTE EFFECTS: Vapor or mist is irritating to the eyes, skin, mucous membranes, and upper respiratory tract. Ingestion of the liquid causes gastrointestinal irritation. Central nervous system (CNS) depression and pulmonary edema may occur. It is an aspiration hazard. Symptoms include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Loss of consciousness and death due to respiratory failure.
CHRONIC EFFECTS: None known
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE: None known
OTHER EFFECTS OF OVEREXPORSURE: None
CARCINOGENICITY (US ONLY):
NTP - No
IARC MONOGRAPHS - No
OSHA REGULATED - No
INHALATION: Immediately remove victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes, including under the eyelids, gently but thoroughly with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush with large amounts of water. Use soap if available. Remove contaminated clothing, including shoes, after flushing has begun. Get prompt medical attention.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Contact physician immediately.
IN EVENT OF EXPOSURE, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: None
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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FLASH POINT: -3 deg. C
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/Av
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Vol.% in Air
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, foam, or dry chemical. Water may be effective for cooling cylinders, but may not effect extinguishment.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Keep fire exposed cylinders cool with water spray.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Toxic carbon monoxide may be given off during combustion.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Cylinder rupture may occur under fire conditions. May form explosive mixture in air. Vapors may travel a considerable distance to the source of ignition and flash back.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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CLEAN UP PROCEDURES: Evacuate and ventilate area. Shut off source if possible and remove source of heat. Absorb with sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal.
SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT: None
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING: Secure cylinder when using to protect from falling. Use suitable hand truck to move cylinders. Use spark-proof tool and explosion-proof equipment.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN STORAGE: Store in well ventilated areas. Keep valve protection cap on cylinders when not in use.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation to maintain concentrations below flammable limits.
EYE / FACE PROTECTION: Safety glasses . A safety shower and eyewash station should be readily available.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear suitable protective clothing.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use a self-contained breathing apparatus in case of emergency or non-routine use.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety shoes when handling cylinders.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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APPEARANCE: Colorless
ODOR: Odorless
PHYSICAL PRESSURE: Liquid
VAPOR PRESSURE: @16.4 deg. C: 40 mm Hg
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): 3.45
BOILING POINT (C): 92
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): @20 deg. C: 0.686
EVAPORATION RATE: N/Av
ODOR THRESHOLD: N/Ap
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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STABILITY: Stable under normal storage conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Storage in poorly ventilated areas. Storage near a heat source.
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: Toxic carbon monoxide may be given off during combustion.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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LETHAL CONCENTRATION (LC50): NONE ESTABLISHED
LETHAL DOSE 50 (LD50): N/Ap
TERATOGENICITY: N/Ap
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: N/Ap
MUTAGENICITY: N/Ap
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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No adverse ecological effects are expected.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of non-refillable cylinders in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Allow gas to vent slowly to atmosphere in an unconfined area or exhaust hood. If the cylinders are the refillable type, return cylinders to supplier with any valve outlet plugs or caps secured and valve protection caps in place.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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CONCENTRATION: 99+%
DOT DESCRIPTION (US ONLY):
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Flammable liquids, n.o.s.
HAZARD CLASS: 3 (flammable), Packing group I
INDENTIFICATION NUMBER: UN1993
REPORTABLE QUANTITIES: None
LABELING: FLAMMABLE LIQUID
ADR / RID (EU Only): Class 3, 1A
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Cylinders should be transported in a secure upright position in a well ventilated truck.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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OSHA: Process Safety Management: Material is not listed in appendix A of 29 CFR 1910.119 as highly hazardous chemical.
TSCA: Material is listed in TSCA inventory.
SARA: The threshold planning quantity for material is 10,000 lbs.
EU NUMBER: N/Av
NUMBER IN ANNEX 1 OF DIR 67/548: Not listed in annex 1.
EU CLASSIFICATION: N/Av
R: 11
S: 16,29,33,9
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Protect containers from physical damage. Do not deface cylinders or labels. Cylinders should be refilled by qualified producers of compressed gas. Shipment of a compressed gas cylinder which has not been filled by the owner or with his written consent is a violation of federal law (49 CFR).
ABBREVIATIONS: N/Ap - Not Applicable N/Av - Not Available SA - Simple Asphyxiant NE - None Established
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