n-Pentane MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CAS No 109-66-0 SDS/MSDS
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifiers
Product name : n-Pentane
CAS-No. : 109-66-0
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only.
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company : Central Drug House (P) Ltd
7/28 Vardaan House
New Delhi-10002
INDIA
Telephone : +91 11 49404040
Email :
[email protected]1.4 Emergency telephone number
Emergency Phone # : +91 11 49404040 (9:00am - 6:00 pm) [Office hours]
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Flammable liquids (Category 2), H225
Aspiration hazard (Category 1), H304
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), H336
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 2), H411
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
F+ Extremely flammable R12
Xn Harmful R65
R66
R67
N Dangerous for the R51/53
environment
For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
2.2 Label elements
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Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/
physician.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
Supplemental Hazard information (EU)
EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
2.3 Other hazards - none
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Formula : C5H12
Molecular Weight : 72,15 g/mol
CAS-No. : 109-66-0
EC-No. : 203-692-4
Index-No. : 601-006-00-1
Registration number : 01-2119459286-30-XXXX
Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Component Classification Concentration
n-Pentane
CAS-No. 109-66-0 Flam. Liq. 2; STOT SE 3; Asp. <= 100 %
EC-No. 203-692-4 Tox. 1; Aquatic Chronic 2;
Index-No. 601-006-00-1 H225, H304, H336, H411,
EUH066
Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
Component Classification Concentration
n-Pentane
CAS-No. 109-66-0 F+, Xn, N, R12 - R51/53 - R65 <= 100 %
EC-No. 203-692-4 - R66 - R67
Index-No. 601-006-00-1
For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
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General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with
water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Remove all sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Beware of vapours accumulating to
form explosive concentrations. Vapours can accumulate in low areas.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and
place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13).
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic
charge.
For precautions see section 2.2.
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7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Refrigerate before opening.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at
the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing, The type of
protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the
dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
with multi-purpose combination (US) or type AXBEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to
engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into
the environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: liquid, clear
Colour: colourless
b) Odour no data available
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting point/freezing Melting point/range: -130 °C - lit.
point
f) Initial boiling point and 35 - 36 °C - lit.
boiling range
g) Flash point -49,0 °C - closed cup
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h) Evapouration rate no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j) Upper/lower Upper explosion limit: 8,3 %(V)
flammability or Lower explosion limit: 1,4 %(V)
explosive limits
k) Vapour pressure 579,0 hPa at 20,0 °C
1.859,7 hPa at 55,0 °C
l) Vapour density no data available
m) Relative density 0,626 g/cm3 at 25 °C
n) Water solubility no data available
o) Partition coefficient: n- log Pow: 3,39
octanol/water
p) Auto-ignition 260,0 °C
temperature
q) Decomposition no data available
temperature
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties Not explosive
t) Oxidizing properties no data available
9.2 Other safety information
no data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
no data available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Heat, flames and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - mouse - 5.000 mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation - rat - 4 h - 364.000 mg/m3
LD50 Dermal - rabbit - 3.000 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - rabbit
Result: No skin irritation
(OECD Test Guideline 404)
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Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
Ames test
S. typhimurium
Result: negative
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Additional Information
RTECS: RZ9450000
Contact with eyes can cause:, Redness, Blurred vision, Provokes tears., Prolonged or repeated contact
with skin may cause:, defatting, Dermatitis, Central nervous system depression, Damage to the lungs.
Stomach - Irregularities - Based on Human Evidence
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to daphnia and EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 9,74 mg/l - 48 h
other aquatic
invertebrates
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability Biotic/Aerobic - Exposure time 192 h
Result: 70 % - Readily biodegradable.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects
Toxic to aquatic life.
Avoid release to the environment. Do not empty into drains.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as
this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal
company.
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Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: 1265 IMDG: 1265 IATA: 1265
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: PENTANES
IMDG: PENTANES
IATA: Pentanes
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 3 IMDG: 3 IATA: 3
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: II IMDG: II IATA: II
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: yes IMDG Marine pollutant: yes IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
SECTION 16: Other information
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.
Aquatic Chronic Chronic aquatic toxicity
Asp. Tox. Aspiration hazard
EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Flam. Liq. Flammable liquids
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
STOT SE Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
F+ Extremely flammable
N Dangerous for the environment
Xn Harmful
R12 Extremely flammable.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Further information
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does
not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Central Drug House (P) Ltd and its
Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the
above product. See www.cdhfinechemical.com for additional terms and conditions of sale.
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