Name:
Petroleum Ether 60/80
Synonym:
Ligroine; Refined solven
CAS:
0-00-0
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Petroleum Ether 60/80
Synonym:Ligroine; Refined solven
Synonym:Ligroine; Refined solven
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 0-00-0 | N-Hexane | <50.0 | 203-777-6 |
| Hazard Symbols: XN F N Risk Phrases: 11 38 48/20 62 51/53 65 67 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Irritating to skin. Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.Highly flammable.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis. Exposure may cause irritation characterized by redness, dryness, and inflammation. May cause cyanosis of the extremities.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. High vapor concentrations may cause drowsiness. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Chronic exposure to vapors may produce polyneuropathy.
Highly flammable. Irritating to skin. Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.Highly flammable.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis. Exposure may cause irritation characterized by redness, dryness, and inflammation. May cause cyanosis of the extremities.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. High vapor concentrations may cause drowsiness. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Chronic exposure to vapors may produce polyneuropathy.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Possible aspiration hazard. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Possible aspiration hazard. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Vapor may cause flash fire. Water may be ineffective. Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use of water. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flame.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. This material is lighter than water and insoluble in water. The fire could easily be spread by the use of water in an area where the water cannot be contained. Do NOT use straight streams of water. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Vapor may cause flash fire. Water may be ineffective. Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use of water. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flame.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. This material is lighter than water and insoluble in water. The fire could easily be spread by the use of water in an area where the water cannot be contained. Do NOT use straight streams of water. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. Water spray may reduce vapor but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. Water spray may reduce vapor but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Prevent build up of vapors to explosive concentration. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Prevent build up of vapors to explosive concentration. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to acceptable levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 0-00-0: CAS# 110-54-3: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 20 ppm TWA; 72 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 60 ppm STEL; 216 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 500 ppm TWA; 1800 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 179 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 50 ppm VME; 170 mg/m3 VME Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 180 mg/m3 TWA Japan: 40 ppm OEL; 140 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA; 176 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 25 ppm MAC; 90 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 300 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 179 mg/m3 VLA-ED CAS# 110-82-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 100 ppm TWA; 350 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 300 ppm STEL; 1050 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 300 ppm TWA; 1050 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 300 ppm VLE; 1045 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 300 ppm VME; 1050 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 375 ppm VLE; 1300 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 200 ppm TWA; 700 mg/m3 TWA Japan: 150 ppm OEL; 520 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 300 ppm TWA; 1030 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 250 ppm MAC; 875 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 80 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 300 ppm VLA-ED; 1050 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 600 ppm VLA-EC; 2100 mg/m3 VLA-EC Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to acceptable levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 0-00-0: CAS# 110-54-3: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 20 ppm TWA; 72 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 60 ppm STEL; 216 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 500 ppm TWA; 1800 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 179 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 50 ppm VME; 170 mg/m3 VME Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 180 mg/m3 TWA Japan: 40 ppm OEL; 140 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA; 176 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 25 ppm MAC; 90 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 300 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 179 mg/m3 VLA-ED CAS# 110-82-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 100 ppm TWA; 350 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 300 ppm STEL; 1050 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 300 ppm TWA; 1050 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 300 ppm VLE; 1045 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 300 ppm VME; 1050 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 375 ppm VLE; 1300 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 200 ppm TWA; 700 mg/m3 TWA Japan: 150 ppm OEL; 520 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 300 ppm TWA; 1030 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 250 ppm MAC; 875 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 80 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 300 ppm VLA-ED; 1050 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 600 ppm VLA-EC; 2100 mg/m3 VLA-EC Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: mild paraffinic
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 155 hPa
Viscosity: 0.5mm2/s
Boiling Point: 60-80C
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: 240 deg C ( 464.00 deg F)
Flash Point: -30 deg C ( -22.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 0.8 VOL %
Explosion Limits, upper: 8.0 VOL %
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.670
Molecular Formula:
Molecular Weight:
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 0-00-0 unlisted.
CAS# 110-54-3: MN9275000 CAS# 110-82-7: GU6300000 LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 110-54-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Mild; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 150000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 48000 ppm/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 627000 mg/m3/3M; Oral, rat: LD50 = 25 gm/kg.
CAS# 110-82-7: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 1548 mg/2D (Intermittent); Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 70000 mg/m3/2H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 813 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 12705 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Hexanes - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
N-Hexane - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Cyclohexane - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 0-00-0 unlisted.
CAS# 110-54-3: MN9275000 CAS# 110-82-7: GU6300000 LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 110-54-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Mild; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 150000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 48000 ppm/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 627000 mg/m3/3M; Oral, rat: LD50 = 25 gm/kg.
CAS# 110-82-7: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 1548 mg/2D (Intermittent); Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 70000 mg/m3/2H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 813 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 12705 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Hexanes - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
N-Hexane - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Cyclohexane - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Other No information available.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: Petroleum distillates, n.o.s
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1268
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1268
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1268
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 110-54-3: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
USA RQ: CAS# 110-82-7: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN F N
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 38 Irritating to skin.
R 48/20 Harmful : danger of serious damage to health
by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
R 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R 62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
R 65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases:
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
S 62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek
medical advice immediately and show this container or
label.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 0-00-0: No information available.
CAS# 110-54-3: 1
CAS# 110-82-7: 1
Canada
CAS# 110-54-3 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 110-82-7 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 0-00-0 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 110-54-3 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 110-82-7 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 0-00-0 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
CAS# 110-54-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 110-82-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
