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1,2-Hexanediol

Item number684918
CAS6920-22-5
FormulaC6H14O2
Molecular weight118,17 g/mol
Quantity 1x1000mg
Storage conditions20 °C
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Safety Data Sheetaccording to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)
Classifications according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
Printdate March 29, 2024
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product name:1,2-Hexanediol
Catalog No.:684918
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixtureIdentified: Laboratory chemical
uses: R&D
Uses advised against:HPC Standards GmbH
Am Wieseneck 7

04451 Cunnersdorf
Deutschland


Tel. +49 34291 3372-36
Fax. +49 34291 3372-39
contact@hpc-standards.com
Emergency telephone numberHPC Standards Tel. +49 34291 3372-36
This number is only available during office hours.
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Eye irritation (Category 2), H319
Label elements
PictogramGHS07 exclam
exclam
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram Signal word Warning Hazard statement(s)
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statement(s)
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
Supplemental Hazard
Statements
none
2.3 Other hazards
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent,
bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at
levels of 0.1% or higher
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS3.1 Substances
Formula : C6H14O2
Molecular weight : 118,17 g/mol
CAS-No. : 6920-22-5
EC-No. : 230-029-6
Component Classification Concentration
DL-Hexane-1,2-diol
Eye Irrit. 2; H319 <= 100 %
FormulaC6H14O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol)118.17
CAS-No.6920-22-5
FIRST AID MEASURES4.1 Description of first aid measures
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
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
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
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES5.1 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 firefighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
No data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure
adequate ventilation.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in
suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
HANDLING AND STORAGE7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in cool place.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: liquid Colour: light yellow
b) Odour No data available
c) Odour Threshold No data available
d) pH No data available
e) Melting
point/freezing point
Solidification / Setting point: 2 °C
f) Initial boiling point
and boiling range
223 - 224 °C - lit.
g) Flash point 122 °C - closed cup
h) Evaporation rate No data available
i) Flammability (solid,
gas)
No data available
j) Upper/lower
flammability or
explosive limits
No data available
k) Vapour pressure 0,576 hPa at 25 °C
0,606 hPa at 20 °C
l) Vapour density No data available
m) Relative density 0,951 g/cm3 at 25 °C
n) Water solubility completely miscible
o) Partition coefficient:
n-octanol/water
No data available
p) Auto-ignition
temperature
350 °C
q) Decomposition
temperature
No data available
r) Viscosity 87,8 mm2/s at 20 °C - 27,2 mm2/s at 40 °C -
s) Explosive properties No data available
t) Oxidizing properties No data available
9.2 Other safety information
No data available
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY10.1 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
No data available 10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agentsStrong oxidizing agents, Strong bases
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides
Other decomposition products - No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - Rat - male - 5.339 - 6.470 mg/kg
(OECD Test Guideline 401)
LD50 Oral - Rat - female - 6.166 mg/kg
(OECD Test Guideline 401)
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - Rat
Result: No skin irritation
(OECD Test Guideline 404)
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Eyes - Rabbit
Result: Irritating to eyes.
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available
In vitro mammalian cell gene mutation test
Chinese hamster lung cells
negative
Chromosome aberration test in vitro
Chinese hamster ovary cells
negative
reverse mutation assay
S. typhimurium
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
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available Additional Information
Repeated dose toxicity - Rat - Oral - No observed adverse effect level - 500 mg/kg
Repeated dose toxicity - Rat - Dermal - No observed adverse effect level - 700 mg/kg
RTECS: Not available
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not
been thoroughly investigated., prolonged or repeated exposure can cause:, Nausea,
Headache, Vomiting
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to bacteria
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability Result: 89,3 % - 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
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent,
bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at
levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.6 Other adverse effects
No data available
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Waste material
must be disposed of in accordance with the Directive on waste 2008/98/EC as well as
other national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing
with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers like the product itself.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
No data available
REGULATORY INFORMATION15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the
substance or mixture
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.2 Chemical safety assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
OTHER INFORMATIONThe 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. For lab use only!