SAFETY DATA SHEET
SDS Distribution: The information in this document
should be made available to all who may handle the
product.
A.G. Layne, Inc. urges each customer or recipient of this SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to
become aware of and understand the data contained in this SDS and any hazards associated with the product. It is the Buyer’s/User’s responsibility to
ensure that his activities comply with all Federal, State, Provincial or Local laws. The information presented here pertains only to the product as shipped.
The information contained herein is based on our current knowledge of the underlying data and is intended to describe the product for the purpose of
health, safety and environmental requirements only. NO warranty or guarantee is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results
to be obtained from the use of the product.
Product ID Heptane
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SECTION 2) HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification:
Aspiration Hazard – Category 1
Germ Cell Mutagenicity – Category 1B
Carcinogenicity – Category 1B
Flammable Liquids Category 2
Pictograms:
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazardous Statements – Physical:
Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Hazardous Statements – Health:
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
May cause cancer.
May cause genetic defects.
Precautionary Statements – General:
If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
Keep out of reach of children.
Read label before use.
Precautionary Statements – Prevention:
Obtain special instructions before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
Keep container tightly closed.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Jun 08, 2015
A. G. Layne, Inc.
Product ID:
4578 Brazil Street Los Angeles, CA, US, 90039
Product Name:
Manufacturer’s Name:
Revision Date:
Address:
SECTION 1) CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER’S IDENTIFICATION
Heptane
Version: 1.1
Date Printed: Sep 21, 2015
Supersedes Date: Jul 10, 2015
Heptane
Emergency Phone:
Information Phone:
CHEMTREC US : 1-800-424-9300, INTERNATIONAL CALLS : 1-703-527-3887
323-245-2345
Fax:
Product/Recommended Uses: Industrial solvent
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Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take action to prevent static discharges.
Precautionary Statements – Response:
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water or shower.
In case of fire: Use DRY chemical, alcohol- resistant foam, water spray/fog or carbon-dioxide to extinguish.
Precautionary Statements – Storage:
Store locked up.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Precautionary Statements – Disposal:
Dispose of contents/container to disposal recycling center.
Waste management should be in full compliance with federal, state and local laws.
SECTION 4) FIRST-AID MEASURES
Inhalation:
Remove source of exposure or move person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If victim is not breathing, call 911 and
administer CPR as directed.
Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Skin Contact:
Rinse/wash with lukewarm, gently flowing water (and mild soap) for 15-20 minutes or until product is removed. If skin irritation occurs or
you feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention.
Eye Contact:
Remove source of exposure or move person to fresh air. Rinse eyes cautiously with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 15-20 minutes,
while holding the eyelids open. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Take care not to rinse contaminated
water into the unaffected eye or onto the face. Get immidiate medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs naturally, lie on your side, in the recovery position. Immediately call 911 POISON
CENTER/doctor/. Immediately transport to the nearest medical facility for treatment.
SECTION 5) FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide or fog is recommended. Water spray is recommended to cool or protect exposed materials or
structures. Carbon dioxide can displace oxygen. Use caution when applying carbon dioxide in confined spaces. Simultaneous use of
foam and water on the same surface is to be avoided as water destroys the foam. Sand or earth may be used for small fires only.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media:
No data available.
Specific Hazards in Case of Fire:
No data available.
Fire-fighting Procedures:
Isolate immediate hazard area and keep unauthorized personnel out. Stop spill/release if it can be done safely. Move undamaged
containers from immediate hazard area if it can be done safely. Water spray may be useful in minimizing or dispersing vapors and to
protect personnel.
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.
SECTION 3) COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS Chemical Name % By Weight
0064742-89-8 ALIPHATIC, LIGHT HYDROCARBON SOLVENT 80% – 100%
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Special Protective Actions:
Wear protective pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full turnout gear.
SECTION 6) ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency Procedure:
ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area).
RELEASE CAN CAUSE FIRE/EXPLOSION. LIQUIDS/VAPORS MAY IGNITE.
Do not touch or walk through spilled material.
Isolate hazard area and keep unnecessary people away. Remove all possible sources of ignition in the surrounding area. Notify authorities
if any exposure to the general public or the environment occurs or is likely to occur.
If spilled material is cleaned up using a regulated solvent, the resulting waste mixture may be regulated.
Recommended Equipment:
Positive pressure, full-facepiece self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), or positive pressure supplied air respirator with escape SCBA
(NIOSH approved).
Personal Precautions:
Avoid breathing vapor. Avoid contact with skin, eye or clothing. ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in
immediate area). Use explosive proof equipment. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Do not touch damaged
containers or spilled materials unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.
Environmental Precautions:
Stop spill/release if it can be done safely. Prevent spilled material from entering sewers, storm drains, other unauthorized drainage systems
and natural waterways by using sand, earth, or other appropriate barriers.
Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning up:
Sand, clay and absorbent socks can be used to contain a spill.
SECTION 7) HANDLING AND STORAGE
General:
Wash hands after use.
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing.
Do not breathe vapors or mists.
Use good personal hygiene practices.
Eating, drinking and smoking in work areas is prohibited.
Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.
Eyewash stations and showers should be available in areas where this material is used and stored.
Ventilation Requirements:
Use only with adequate ventilation to control air contaminants to their exposure limits. The use of local ventilation is recommended to
control emissions near the source.
Storage Room Requirements:
Keep container(s) tightly closed and properly labeled. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from heat, direct sunlight, strong
oxidizers and any incompatibilities. Store in approved containers and protect against physical damage. Keep containers securely sealed
when not in use. Indoor storage should meet OSHA standards and appropriate fire codes. Containers that have been opened must be
carefully resealed to prevent leakage. Empty container retain residue and may be dangerous.
Use non-sparking ventilation systems, approved explosion-proof equipment and intrinsically safe electrical systems in areas where this
product is used and stored.
Ground and bond containers and receiving equipment. Avoid static electricity by grounding.
Electrostatic charges may be generated during pumping. Keep away from aerosols, flammables, oxidizing agents, corrosives and from
other flammable products.
SECTION 8) EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection:
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations to a level which is adequate to protect worker, a respiratory protection
program that meets or is equivalent to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 should be followed. Check with respiratory protective
equipment suppliers.
Skin Protection:
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Chemical Name OSHA
TWA
(ppm)
OSHA
TWA
(mg/m3)
OSHA
STEL
(ppm)
OSHA
STEL
(mg/m3)
OSHA
Tables (Z1,
Z2, Z3)
OSHA
Carcinogen
OSHA
Skin
designation
NIOSH
TWA
(ppm)
NIOSH
TWA
(mg/m3)
NIOSH
STEL
(ppm)
NIOSH
STEL
(mg/m3)
NIOSH
Carcinogen
ALIPHATIC, LIGHT
HYDROCARBON
SOLVENT
500 2000 1
Chemical Name ACGIH
TWA
(ppm)
ACGIH
TWA
(mg/m3)
ACGIH
STEL
(ppm)
ACGIH
STEL
(mg/m3)
ACGIH
Carcinogen
ACGIH
Notations
ACGIH
TLV Basis
ALIPHATIC, LIGHT
HYDROCARBON
SOLVENT
Use of gloves approved to relevant standards made from the following materials may provide suitable chemical protection: PVC, neoprene
or nitrile rubber gloves. Suitability and durability of a glove is dependent on usage, e.g. frequency and duration of contact, chemical
resistance of glove material, glove thickness, dexterity. Always seek advice from glove suppliers. Contaminated gloves should be replaced.
Use of an apron and over- boots of chemically impervious materials such as neoprene or nitrile rubber is recommended to avoid skin
sensitization. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at
the specific workplace. Launder soiled clothes or properly disposed of contaminated material, which cannot be decontaminated.
Eye Protection:
Wear eye protection with side shields or goggles. Wear indirect-vent, impact and splash resistant goggles when working with liquids. If
additional protection is needed for entire face, use in combination with a face shield.
Appropriate Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold
limit value.
SECTION 9) PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Liquid
Odor Threshold N/A
Odor Description Hydrocarbon
pH N/A
Water Solubility N/A
Flammability Flashpoint below 73 F
Flash Point Symbol C
Flash Point -7 C
Viscosity N/A
Lower Explosion Level N/A
Upper Explosion Level N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Freezing Point N/A
Melting Point N/A
Low Boiling Point N/A
High Boiling Point N/A
Auto Ignition Temp N/A
Decomposition Pt N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Physical and Chemical Properties
Specific Gravity 0.74
Density 6.18 lb/gal
% VOC 100.00%
VOC Actual 6.18 lb/gal
Density VOC 6.18 lb/gal
% Solids By Weight 0.00%
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Coefficient Water/Oil N/A
VOC Composite Partial Pressure 9.78793 mmHg (Calculated @ 20 C/68 F)
SECTION 10) STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability:
Stable under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to Avoid:
Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.
Hazardous Reactions/Polymerization:
No data available.
Incompatible Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Thermal decomposition may yield carbon dioxide and/or carbon monoxide.
SECTION 11) TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Potential Health Effects – Miscellaneous
0064742-89-8 ALIPHATIC, LIGHT HYDROCARBON SOLVENT
Laboratory studies with rats have shown that petroleum distillates can cause kidney damage and kidney or liver tumors. These effects
were not seen in similar studies with guinea pigs, dogs, or monkeys. Several studies evaluating petroleum workers have not shown a
significant increase of kidney damage or an increase in kidney or liver tumors.
Acute toxicity:
Ingestion: May be harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation:
No data available
Serious eye damage/irritation:
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity:
May cause genetic defects.
Respiratory/Skin Sensitization:
Slightly irritating to respiratory system.
Carcinogenicity:
May cause cancer.
Reproductive toxicity:
No data available
Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure:
No data available
Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure:
No data available
Aspiration hazard:
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
SECTION 12) ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Bio-accumulative Potential:
No data available.
Persistence and Degradability:
No data available.
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Mobility in Soil:
No data available.
Toxicity:
No data available
Other adverse effects:
No data available.
SECTION 13) DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method:
Under RCRA it is the responsibility of the user of the product to determine at the time of disposal whether the product meets RCRA criteria
for hazardous waste. Waste management should be in full compliance with federal, state and local laws.
Empty Containers retain product residue which may exhibit hazards of material, therefore do not pressurize, cut, glaze, weld or use for any
other purposes. Return drums to reclamation centers for proper cleaning and reuse.
SECTION 14) TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DOT Information:
UN1206, Heptanes, 3, PG II
Emergency Response Guide (ERG):
Emergency Response Guide 128
SECTION 15) REGULATORY INFORMATION
CAS Chemical Name % By Weight Regulation List
0064742-89-8 ALIPHATIC, LIGHT
HYDROCARBON
SOLVENT
80% – 100% SARA312,VOC,TSCA,OSHA
SECTION 16) OTHER INFORMATION
General:
A.G. Layne, Inc. urges each customer or recipient of this SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or
appropriate, to become aware of and understand the data contained in this SDS and any hazards associated with the product. It is the
Buyer’s/User’s responsibility to ensure that his activities comply with all Federal, State, Provincial or Local laws. The information presented
here pertains only to the product as shipped. The information contained herein is based on our current knowledge of the underlying data
and is intended to describe the product for the purpose of health, safety and environmental requirements only. NO warranty or guarantee
is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results to be obtained from the use of the product.
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DISCLAIMER
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither A. G. Layne, Inc. nor any of its subsidiaries assumes
any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the
sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are
described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. The above information pertains to this product as currently
formulated, and is based on the information available at this time. Addition of reducers or other additives to this product may substantially alter the
composition and hazards of the product. Since conditions of use are outside our control, we make no warranties, express or implied, and assume
no liability in connection with any use of this information.
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