OCTANE | ICSC: 0933 (August 1997) |
n-Octane |
CAS #: 111-65-9 |
UN #: 1262 |
EC Number: 203-892-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Use non-sparking handtools. | Use powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Confusion. Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Sore throat. Unconsciousness. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Dry skin. Redness. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Vomiting. See Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Do NOT induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. Ventilation along the floor. | |
PACKAGING | |
OCTANE | ICSC: 0933 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H18 / CH3-(CH2)6-CH3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 300 ppm as TWA. MAK: 2400 mg/m3, 500 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: D |
ENVIRONMENT |
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This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, Xn, N; R: 11-38-50/53-65-67; S: (2)-9-16-29-33-60-61-62; Note: C |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations