REVISION DATE: August 2004
SAFETY DATA SHEET
HEXAMINE LRG
1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT NAME HEXAMINE LRG
PRODUCT NO. 1518
APPLICATION General chemical reagent
SUPPLIER Reagent Chemical Services
18 Aston Fields Road
Whitehouse Industrial Estate
Runcorn
Cheshire WA7 3DL
T: 01928 716903
F: 01928 716425
E: info@reagent.co.uk
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Highly flammable. May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact.
CLASSIFICATION -
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
EU INDEX NO. 612-101-00-2
EC No. 202-905-8
CAS-No. 100-97-0
4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately!
SKIN CONTACT
Immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Get medical attention
if any discomfort continues.
EYE CONTACT
Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water or eye wash solution while lifting the eyelids.If possible remove any contact lenses and continue to
wash. Get medical attention immediately.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water spray, dry powder or vaporising liquids
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE!
SPECIFIC HAZARDS
In cases of fire, toxic fumes may be formed. Hydrogen cyanide (HCN). Oxides of nitrogen. Ammonia.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.
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SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Remove sources of ignition. Transfer to a container for disposal. Wash contaminated area with water.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Static electricity and formation of sparks must be prevented. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Flammable/combustible - Keep away from oxidisers, heat and flames. Store in tightly closed original container in a dry and cool place.
STORAGE CLASS
Flammable liquid storage.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING MEASURES
Provide sufficient ventilation for operations causing dust formation. Explosion-proof general and local exhaust ventilation.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
In case of inadequate ventilation use suitable respirator.
HAND PROTECTION
Use protective gloves. Rubber or plastic Frequent change is advisable.
EYE PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses. Use tight fitting goggles if dust is generated.
OTHER PROTECTION
Wear suitable protective clothing as protection against splashing or contamination. Provide eyewash station and safety shower.
HYGIENE MEASURES
DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if
skin becomes wet or contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet or contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or
smoke.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Solid
COLOUR White
ODOUR Amine.
MELTING POINT (癈) 263 (Sublimes) RELATIVE DENSITY 1.33
pH-VALUE, DILUTED SOLUTION 7 - 9 10 FLASH POINT (癈) 250
390 89.5
AUTO IGNITION SOLUBILITY VALUE (g/100g
TEMPERATURE (癈) H2O@20癈)
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Stable under normal temperature conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
Strong oxidising substances. Halogenated hydrocarbons (Risk of explosion).
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Ammonia.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXIC DOSE 1 - LD 50 569 mg/kg (oral-mouse)
INHALATION
Dust may irritate throat and respiratory system and cause coughing. May cause sensitisation by inhalation.
INGESTION
Irritation of the mouth, the oesophagus and the gastrointestinal tract.
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SKIN CONTACT
Risk of sensitisation or allergic reactions among sensitive individuals.
EYE CONTACT
Irritating to eyes.
HEALTH WARNINGS
Found to cause cancer in laboratory animals.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
Although not classified as environmentally hazardous, harmful effects cannot be excluded in the event of improper handling or disposal.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS
Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UK ROAD CLASS 4.1
PROPER SHIPPING NAME HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE
UN NO. ROAD 1328 UK ROAD PACK GR. III
ADR CLASS NO. 4.1 ADR CLASS Class 4.1: Flammable solids,
self-reactive substances and
solid desensitized explosives.
ADR PACK GROUP III ADR LABEL NO. 4.1
HAZCHEM CODE 1Z CEFIC TEC(R) NO. 41GF1-II+III
RID CLASS NO. 4.1 RID PACK GROUP III
UN NO. SEA 1328 IMDG CLASS 4.1
IMDG PAGE NO. 4.1 IMDG PACK GR. III
EMS F-A, S-G MFAG See Guide
MARINE POLLUTANT No. UN NO. AIR 1328
AIR CLASS 4.1 AIR PACK GR. III
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
Harmful Highly Flammable
RISK PHRASES
R11 Highly flammable.
R42/43 May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact.
SAFETY PHRASES
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S22 Do not breathe dust.
S24 Avoid contact with skin.
S37 Wear suitable gloves.
S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
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UK REGULATORY REFERENCES
Highly Flammable Liquid Regulations 1972. Fire precautions Act 1971.
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE
Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. COSHH essentials: Easy steps to control chemicals.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
GUIDANCE NOTES
Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. Introduction to Local Exhaust Ventilation HS(G)37.
NATIONAL REGULATIONS
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (as amended)
16 OTHER INFORMATION
REVISION COMMENTS
General rewrite
REVISION DATE August 2004
REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED Supercedes issue October 2001
SDS NO. 20084
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