International Chemical Safety Cards

NONANE ICSC: 1245
NONANE
n-Nonane
2,2,5-Trimethylhexane
H3C-(CH2)7-CH3/C9H20
Molecular mass: 128.2
CAS # 111-84-2
RTECS # RA6115000
ICSC # 1245
UN # 1920
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Flammable.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 31░C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 31░C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!

  • INHALATION
    		• Ataxia. Convulsions. Cough. Unconsciousness.
    		Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Dry skin. Redness.
    		Protective gloves.
    		Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
  • EYES
    		• Redness.
    		Safety goggles or face shield.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Nausea. Vomiting.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Ventilation. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place (extra personal protection: A filter respirator for organic vapour).
    		Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants.

    UN Hazard Class: 3
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 1245 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    NONANE ICSC: 1245

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:
     The vapour is heavier than air.

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Reacts with strong oxidants.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV: 200 ppm; 1050 mg/m3 (as TWA) (ACGIH 1993-1994).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20░C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Swallowing the liquid may cause aspiration into the lungs with the risk of chemical pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure to the vapour could cause lowering of consciousness.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     The liquid defats the skin.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 150.8░C
    Melting point: -51░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.7
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20░C: 0.7
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20░C: 0.42
    Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.4
    		 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20░C (air = 1): <1.1
    Flash point: 31░C c.c.
    Auto-ignition temperature: 205░C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.8-2.9
    Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 5.65
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-553
    NFPA Code: H0; F3; R0
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 1245 NONANE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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