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Hexane 99.99% HPLC Product identifier<\/strong>
TRADE NAME: HEXANE 99.99% FOR HPLC & SPECTROSCOPY<\/strong>
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Manufacturer\/Supplier:
RLS Chemicals
32 Main Reef Road
Benrose, Johannesburg
2094
Emergency telephone number:
Spill Tech: 086 100 0366
Emergency: 010 448 3426
1 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Identification<\/strong>
\u00b7 Classification of the substance or mixture
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Toxic to Reproduction 2 H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity \u2013 Repeated Exposure 2 H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or
repeated exposure.
Aspiration Hazard 1
Skin Irritation 2
Specific Target Organ Toxicity \u2013 Single Exposure 3
\u00b7 Label elements
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
\u00b7 GHS label elements The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
(Contd. on page 2)
2 Hazard(s) identification
*
REACTIVITY 0
FIRE 3
HEALTH 1
\u00b7 Hazard pictograms
(Contd. of page 1)
\u00b7 Signal word Danger
\u00b7 Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Causes skin irritation.
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
\u00b7 Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat\/sparks\/open flames\/hot surfaces. \u2013 No smoking.
Ground\/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical\/ventilating\/lighting\/equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Do not breathe dust\/fume\/gas\/mist\/vapors\/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves\/protective clothing\/eye protection\/face protection.
If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center\/doctor.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
Do NOT induce vomiting.
If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water\/shower.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice\/attention.
Call a poison center\/doctor if you feel unwell.
Get medical advice\/attention if you feel unwell.
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice\/attention.
In case of fire: Use CO2, powder or water spray to extinguish.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents\/container in accordance with local\/regional\/national\/international regulations.
\u00b7 Classification system:
\u00b7 NFPA ratings (scale 0 \u2013 4)
Health = 1
Fire = 3
\u00b7 HMIS-ratings (scale 0 \u2013 4)
Health = 1
Fire = 3
Reactivity = 0
Reactivity = 0<\/p>\n

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter sewers\/ surface or ground water.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to section 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.<\/p>\n

6 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Accidental release measures<\/strong>
\u00b7 Other hazards
\u00b7 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
\u00b7 PBT: Not applicable.
\u00b7 vPvB: Not applicable.
Chemical characterization: Substances
CAS: 110-54-3 Hexane < = 99.99%<\/p>\n

3 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Composition\/information on ingredients<\/strong>
Description of first aid measures
General information:
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours
after the accident.
After inhalation: In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
After skin contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Information for doctor:
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No further relevant information available.<\/p>\n

4 Hexane 99.99% HPLC First-aid measures<\/strong>
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water with full jet
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture No further relevant information available.
Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment: No special measures required.<\/p>\n

5 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Fire-fighting measures<\/strong>
Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see section 7.
Control parameters
Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment:
General protective and hygienic measures:
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the skin.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.<\/p>\n

8 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Exposure controls\/personal protection<\/strong>
\u00b7 Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
CAS: 110-54-3 Hexane
PEL
REL
TLV
Long-term value: 1800 mg\/m\u00b3, 500 ppm
Long-term value: 180 mg\/m\u00b3, 50 ppm
Long-term value: 50 ppm
Skin; BEI
\u00b7 Ingredients with biological limit values:
CAS: 110-54-3 Hexane
BEI 0.5 mg\/L
LD50 Intraperitoneal: urine
Time: end of shift
LD50: 2.5-Hexanedione without hydrolysis
(Contd. of page 3)
See Section 13 for disposal information.
\u00b7 Protective Action Criteria for Chemicals
\u00b7 PAC-1: 260 ppm
\u00b7 PAC-2: 2900* ppm
\u00b7 PAC-3: 8600** ppm
Handling:
Precautions for safe handling No special precautions are necessary if used correctly.
Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away \u2013 Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage:
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store in a cool location.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
Further information about storage conditions:
Keep receptacle tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.<\/p>\n

7 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Handling and storage<\/strong><\/p>\n

9 Physical and chemical properties
*
\u00b7 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
\u00b7 General Information
\u00b7 Appearance:
Form: Liquid
Color: Colorless
\u00b7 Odor: Sweetish
\u00b7 Odor threshold: Not determined.
\u00b7 pH-value: Not determined.
\u00b7 Change in condition
Melting point\/Melting range:
Boiling point\/Boiling range:
-95 \u00b0C (-139 \u00b0F)
69 \u00b0C (156.2 \u00b0F)
\u00b7 Flash point: -26 \u00b0C (-14.8 \u00b0F)
\u00b7 Flammability (solid, gaseous): Highly flammable.
\u00b7 Auto igniting: 240 \u00b0C (464 \u00b0F)
\u00b7 Decomposition temperature: Not determined.
\u00b7 Ignition temperature: Not determined.
\u00b7 Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air\/vapor
mixtures are possible.
\u00b7 Explosion limits:
Lower:
1.2 Vol %
\u00b7 Breathing equipment:
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use
respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
\u00b7 Protection of hands:
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product\/ the substance\/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product\/ the preparation\/ the
chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
\u00b7 Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
\u00b7 Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be
observed.
\u00b7 Eye protection:
\u00b7 Body protection: Protective work clothing
Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability No further relevant information available.
Behavior in environmental systems:
Bioaccumulative potential No further relevant information available.
Mobility in soil No further relevant information available.
12 Ecological information
Upper: 7.7 Vol %
\u00b7 Vapor pressure at 20 \u00b0C (68 \u00b0F):
\u00b7 Vapor pressure at 50 \u00b0C (122 \u00b0F):
160 hPa (120 mm Hg)
540 hPa (405 mm Hg)
\u00b7 Density at 20 \u00b0C (68 \u00b0F):
\u00b7 Relative density
\u00b7 Vapor density
\u00b7 Evaporation rate
0.659 g\/cm\u00b3 (5.49936 lbs\/gal)
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not determined.
\u00b7 Solubility in \/ Miscibility with
Water at 20 \u00b0C (68 \u00b0F):
0.1 g\/l
\u00b7 Partition coefficient (n-octanol\/water): Not determined.
\u00b7 Viscosity:
Dynamic:
Kinematic:
Not determined.
Not determined.
\u00b7 Other information No further relevant information available.
*
Reactivity No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Thermal decomposition \/ conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available.
Hazardous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.
10 Stability and reactivity
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.
on the eye: No irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological information:
Carcinogenic categories
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) Substance is not listed.
NTP (National Toxicology Program) Substance is not listed.
OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) Substance is not listed.
11 Toxicological information<\/p>\n

14 Transport information
\u00b7 UN-Number
\u00b7 DOT, IMDG, IATA
UN1208
\u00b7 UN proper shipping name
\u00b7 DOT
\u00b7 IMDG
\u00b7 IATA
Hexanes
HEXANES, MARINE POLLUTANT
HEXANES
\u00b7 Transport hazard class(es)
\u00b7 DOT
\u00b7 Class 3 Flammable liquids
\u00b7 Label 3
\u00b7 IMDG
gx`
\u00b7 Class 3 Flammable liquids
\u00b7 Label 3
\u00b7 IATA
\u00b7 Class
3 Flammable liquids
\u00b7 Additional ecological information:
\u00b7 General notes:
Water hazard class 3 (Assessment by list): extremely hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system, even in small quantities.
Danger to drinking water if even extremely small quantities leak into the ground.
\u00b7 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
\u00b7 PBT: Not applicable.
\u00b7 vPvB: Not applicable.
\u00b7 Other adverse effects No further relevant information available.
Waste treatment methods
Recommendation:
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.<\/p>\n

13 Hexane 99.99% HPLC Disposal considerations<\/strong>
Safety, health and environmental regulations\/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
No further relevant information available.
Sara
Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances): Substance is not listed.
Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings): Substance is listed.
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): ACTIVE
Hazardous Air Pollutants Substance is listed.
Proposition 65
Chemicals known to cause cancer: Substance is not listed.
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females: Substance is not listed.
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males: Substance is listed.
Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity: Substance is not listed.
Carcinogenic categories
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) II
TLV (Threshold Limit Value) Substance is not listed.
NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) Substance is not listed.
GHS label elements The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
(Contd. on page 9)
15 Regulatory information
\u00b7 Label 3
\u00b7 Packing group
\u00b7 DOT, IMDG, IATA
II
\u00b7 Environmental hazards:
\u00b7 Marine pollutant:
Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid; Marine Pollutant
No
Symbol (fish and tree)
\u00b7 Special precautions for user Warning: Flammable liquids
\u00b7 Hazard identification number (Kemler code): 33
\u00b7 EMS Number: F-E,S-D
\u00b7 Stowage Category E
\u00b7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of
MARPOL73\/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable.
\u00b7 Transport\/Additional information:
\u00b7 DOT
\u00b7 Quantity limitations On passenger aircraft\/rail: 5 L
On cargo aircraft only: 60 L
\u00b7 Hazardous substance: 5000 lbs, 2270 kg
\u00b7 IMDG
\u00b7 Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
\u00b7 Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 ml
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 ml
\u00b7 UN \u201cModel Regulation\u201d: UN 1208 HEXANES, 3, II<\/p>\n

This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
\u00b7 Department issuing SDS: Environment protection department.
\u00b7 Date of preparation \/ last revision
\u00b7 Creation date for SDS 15-08-2023. STN
Revision 1.0, 28\/01\/2025: Reviewed SDS for accuracy. STN
16 Other information
*
\u00b7 Hazard pictograms
\u00b7 Signal word Danger
\u00b7 Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Causes skin irritation.
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
\u00b7 Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat\/sparks\/open flames\/hot surfaces. \u2013 No smoking.
Ground\/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical\/ventilating\/lighting\/equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Do not breathe dust\/fume\/gas\/mist\/vapors\/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves\/protective clothing\/eye protection\/face protection.
If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center\/doctor.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
Do NOT induce vomiting.
If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water\/shower.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice\/attention.
Call a poison center\/doctor if you feel unwell.
Get medical advice\/attention if you feel unwell.
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice\/attention.
In case of fire: Use CO2, powder or water spray to extinguish.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents\/container in accordance with local\/regional\/national\/international regulations.
\u00b7 Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.<\/p>\n

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Formula:<\/strong> C\u2086H\u2081\u2084
Boiling point:<\/strong> 68,7 \u00b0C
Molar mass:<\/strong> 86,17848 g\/mol
Density:<\/strong> 661 kg\/m\u00b3
Classification:<\/strong> Alkane<\/p>\n

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