International Chemical
Safety Cards
3-METHYLPENTANE |
ICSC: 1263 |
3-METHYLPENTANE
Diethylmethylmethane
C6H14/CH3CH2CH(CH3)CH2CH3
Molecular mass: 86.2
CAS # 96-14-0
RTECS # none
ICSC # 1263
UN # 1208 (hexanes)
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TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Highly flammable.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and
NO smoking.
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Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon
dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Vapour/air mixtures are
explosive.
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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.
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In case of fire: keep drums,
etc., cool by spraying with water.
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EXPOSURE |
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INHALATION
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or
breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
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SKIN |
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Protective gloves.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
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EYES |
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Safety spectacles.
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First rinse with plenty of water
for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke
during work.
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Rinse mouth.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL |
STORAGE |
PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Ventilation. Collect leaking
liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and
remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer.
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Fireproof. Separated from strong
oxidants.
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UN Hazard Class: 3
UN Packing Group: II
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ON BACK |
ICSC: 1263 |
Prepared in the context of
cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of
the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 |
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