Material Safety Data Sheet
Heptane

ACC# 96135
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification

MSDS Name: Heptane
Catalog Numbers: AC120340000, AC120340010, AC120340025, AC120340050, AC120340250, AC326690000, AC326690010, AC326690025, AC326770000, AC326770010, AC326770025, AC326910000, AC326911000, AC326912500, AC348730000, AC364360000, AC364360010, AC364361000, AC364970000, AC364970010, AC364970025, AC383790000, AC383790025, AC383790050, AC389170000, AC389170010, AC389170025, AC389170050, AC411240000, AC411241500, AC411250000, AC411255000, AC610361000, S93256, H20-20, H20-200, H20RS-50, H20SS-50, NC9246704, NC9252576, NC9362179, O3387-4, XXAC12034-204L
Synonyms:
n-Heptane; Normal heptane.
Company Identification:

              Fisher Scientific
              1 Reagent Lane
              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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201-796-7100
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703-527-3887

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS
142-82-5 Heptane >96 205-563-8

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: clear, colorless liquid. Flash Point: -4 deg C.
Warning! Flammable liquid and vapor. Breathing vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Can enter lungs and cause damage.
Target Organs: Central nervous system, lungs, eyes, skin.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye irritation.
Skin: Causes skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause defatting of the skin and dermatitis.
Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. 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. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures


Eyes: 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. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: Potential for aspiration if swallowed. Get medical aid immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

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. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. This liquid floats on water and may travel to a source of ignition and spread fire.
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. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of water.
Flash Point: -4 deg C ( 24.80 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: 204 deg C ( 399.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, Lower:1.05%
Upper: 6.7%
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 3; Instability: 0

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.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage


Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. 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. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor.
Storage: 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 exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Heptane 400 ppm TWA; 500 ppm STEL 85 ppm TWA; 350 mg/m3 TWA 750 ppm IDLH 500 ppm TWA; 2000 mg/m3 TWA

OSHA Vacated PELs: Heptane: 400 ppm TWA; 1600 mg/m3 TWA
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate 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
Appearance: clear, colorless
Odor: mild odor - gasoline-like
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 46 mm Hg @ 25 deg C
Vapor Density: 3.5 (Air=1)
Evaporation Rate:2.8 (Butyl acetate=1)
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 98 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:-91 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Negligible.
Specific Gravity/Density:0.68
Molecular Formula:C7H16
Molecular Weight:100.21

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Ignition sources, excess heat, confined spaces.
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# 142-82-5: MI7700000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 142-82-5:
     Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 103 gm/m3/4H;
.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 142-82-5: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

Epidemiology: No information found
Teratogenicity: No information found
Reproductive Effects: No information found
Mutagenicity: No information found
Neurotoxicity: No information found
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information


Ecotoxicity: Fish: Goldfish: LC50 = 4.0 mg/L; 24 Hr.; UnspecifiedFish: Mosquito Fish: LC50 = 4900 mg/L; 24 Hr.; UnspecifiedFish: LC50 = 4900 mg/L; 24 Hr.; Unspecified No data available.
Environmental: Photolysis or hydrolysis of n-heptane are not expected to be important in soils. The biodegradation of n-heptane may occur in soils; however, volatilization and adsorption are expected to be far more important fate processes.
Physical: Based on a vapor pressure of 45.8 mm Hg at 25 deg C, n-heptane is expected to exist entirely in the vapor phase in ambient air. Direct photolysis of n-heptane in the atmosphere is not expected to be important.
Other: No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT Canada TDG
Shipping Name: HEPTANES HEPTANES
Hazard Class: 3 3
UN Number: UN1206 UN1206
Packing Group: II II
Additional Info:FLASHPOINT -4 C

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 142-82-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     CAS# 142-82-5: 40 CFR 799.5115
Section 12b
     CAS# 142-82-5: Section 4
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 142-82-5: immediate, delayed, fire.
Section 313      No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
     This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 142-82-5 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

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 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term
     adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
     R 65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
     R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

Safety Phrases:

     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 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
     S 60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardou
     s waste.
     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 immed
     iately and show this container or label.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

     CAS# 142-82-5: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 142-82-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of B2, D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
     CAS# 142-82-5 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 6/24/1999
Revision #8 Date: 5/16/2006

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