ICSC 0488 - 2-HEXANOL

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2-HEXANOL	ICSC: 0488 (August 1997)
sec-Hexyl alcohol Butylmethylcarbinol

CAS #: 626-93-7

UN #: 2282

EC Number: 210-971-4

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Above 41°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 41°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use foam, alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes		Wear face shield.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in earth, sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants.
PACKAGING

2-HEXANOL

ICSC: 0488

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts with strong oxidants.	Formula: C₆H₁₄O / CH₃(CH₂)₃CHOHCH₃ Molecular mass: 102.2 Boiling point: 136°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.8 Solubility in water: poor Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.5 Flash point: 41°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.76

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants.

Formula: C₆H₁₄O / CH₃(CH₂)₃CHOHCH₃
Molecular mass: 102.2
Boiling point: 136°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.8
Solubility in water: poor
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.5
Flash point: 41°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.76

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and through the skin. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the skin. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the nervous system. This may result in peripheral neuropathy.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and through the skin.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the skin. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the nervous system. This may result in peripheral neuropathy.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to algae. Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately.

NOTES
Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point < 61°C. Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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