S a f e t y D a t a S h e e t

According to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006

Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company or firm

1.1 Identification of the substance or preparation

Name:

Petroleum Ether 40-60°C

1.2 Synonym:

Ligroin, Naphtha, Petroleum Benzin

1.3 Use of the substance/preparation:

For laboratory utilisation, analysis, research and fine chemistry.

1.4 Identification of the company or firm:

PANREAC QUIMICA S.L.U.

C/Garraf 2

Polígono Pla de la Bruguera

E-08211 Castellar del Vallès

(Barcelona) Spain

Tel. (+34) 937 489 400

e-mail: product.safety@panreac.com

Emergencies:

Single telephone number for emergency calls: 112 (EU)

Tel.: (+34) 937 489 499

Identification of dangers

Classification of the substance or the mixture.

Classification Regulation (CE) nº 1272/2008.

Flam. Liq. 2

Skin Irrit. 2

Aquatic Chronic 2

Repr. 2

Asp. Tox. 1

Hazard Pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

H315 Causes skin irritation.

H373 May cause damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> through prolonged or repeated exposure <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.

H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.

P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../ equipment.

P242 Use only non-sparking tools.

P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Classification (67/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE).

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this section, see section 16.

Component Composition/Information

Mixture of hydrocarbons, chiefly consisting of:

n-pentane. 2-methylpentane.

Name: Petroleum Ether 40-60°C

CAS [64742-49-0]

EC number (EINECS): 265-151-9

EC index number: 649-328-00-1

First aid

4.1 General indications:

Never provide drink or induce vomiting in the event of loss of consciousness.

4.2 Inhaling:

Take the person out into the fresh air. In the event of suffocation, proceed to provide artificial respiration.

4.3 Contact with the skin:

Wash with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

4.4 Eyes:

Wash with plenty of water, keeping eyelids open. Seek medical assistance.

4.5 Swallowing:

Risk of aspiration. Seek medical assistance. Administer Vaseline oil as a laxative (3 ml/kg). Administer a solution of medical-usage active charcoal. Do not drink milk. Avoid stomach lavage.

Fire-fighting means

5.1 Suitable fire-extinguishing means:

Carbon dioxide (CO2). Foam. Dry powder.

5.2 Fire-fighting means which must NOT be used:

5.3 Special risks:

Flammable. Keep away from sources of ignition. The fumes are heavier than air, so they may spread at floor level. May form explosive mixtures with the air.

5.4 Protective equipment:

Measures to be taken in the event of accidental spillage

6.1 Individual precautions:

Do not inhale the fumes.

6.2 Precautions for care of the environment:

Do not allow it to enter the drainage system. Avoid pollution of the soil, water supplies and drains.

6.3 Methods for collection/cleaning:

Collect up with absorbent materials (Panreac General Absorbent, Kieselguhr, etc.) or, if none available, dry sand or earth, and deposit in waste containers for subsequent elimination in accordance with current legislation. Clean any remains with plenty of water.

Handling and storage

7.1 Handling:

Avoid the formation of electrostatic charges.

7.2 Storage:

Well sealed containers.In well ventilated premises.Away from sources of ignition and heat.Atmospheric temperature.Do not store in plastic containers.

Staff exposure/protection controls

8.1 Technical protective measures:

Ensure good ventilation and renewal of the air in the premises.

8.2 Exposure limit control:

8.3 Respiratory protection:

In the event of fumes forming/aerosols, use suitable respiratory protection.

8.4 Hand protection:

Use suitable gloves

8.5 Eye protection:

Use suitable goggles.

8.6 Individual hygiene measures:

8.7 Environmental exposure controls:

Fulfill the commitments under local environmental protection legislation.

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: liquid

Colour: Colourless

Granulometry:

Odour: Characteristic.

pH:

Melting point/freezing point:

Initial boiling point and boiling range: 40 - 60 °C

Flash point: - 30 °C

Flammability (solid, gas):

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: 8 %(V) / 0,6 %(V)

Vapour pressure: 350 hPa (20 °C)

Vapour density:

Relative density: (20/4) 0,65

Solubility: Insoluble in water

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water:

Auto-ignition temperature: 250 °C

Decomposition temperature:

Viscosity:

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Conditions which should be avoided:

High temperatures.

10.2 Matter which should be avoided:

Strong oxidant agents.

10.3 Hazardous decomposition products:

10.4 Complementary information:

The gases/fumes can form explosive mixtures with the air.

Toxicological information

• Acute toxicity:

LC50 inh rat : 3400 ppm 4h

• Dangerous effects for health:

If fumes inhaled: Irritations to the respiratory tracts. If swallowed: nausea Risk of aspiration upon vomiting. pneumonia. Due to absorption: headaches vertigo anxiety spasms loss of consciousness cardiovascular failure respiratory paralysis

Environmental information

12.1 Mobility:

12.2 Ecotoxicity:

12.1.1 - EC50 test (mg/l):

Fish (Leuciscus Idus) 159 mg/l

Classification:

Highly toxic

Animals for fish food 70 mg/l

Highly toxic

12.2.2 - Receptor medium:

Risk for the water environment

High

Risk for the land environment

Medium

12.2.3 - Observations:

Acute ecotoxicity in line with the dumping concentration.

12.3 Degradability:

12.3.1 - Test:

12.3.2 - Biotic degradation classification:

BOD5/COD

Biodegradability

12.3.3 - Abiotic degradation depending on pH:

12.3.4 - Observations:

Biodegradable product.

12.4 Accumulation:

12.4.1 - Test:

12.4.2 - Bioaccumulation:

Risk

12.4.3 - Observations:

Data not available.

12.5 Other possible effects on the environment:

Hardly pollutant product.

Product soluble in water.

Risk of formation of explosive fumes on the surface of the water.

Dangerous for drinking water.

Do not allow it to enter soils or water channels.

Considerations regarding elimination

13.1 Substance or preparation:

In the European Union, there are no homogeneous standards established for elimination of chemical waste, which is waste of a special nature, and treatment and elimination of same is subject to the domestic legislation in each country.

In view of this, in each case, you should contact the competent authority or those companies legally authorized for elimination of waste.

2001/573/EC: Council Decision of 23 July 2001 amending Commission Decision 2000/532/EC as regards the list of wastes.Council Directive 91/156/EEC of 18 March 1991 amending Directive 75/442/EEC on waste.

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13.2 Contaminated containers:

Contaminated containers and packaging of dangerous substances or preparations must be treated in the same manner as the actual products contained in them.

European Parliament and Council Directive 94/62/EC of 20 December 1994 on packaging and packaging waste.

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Information concerning transport

Overland (ADR):

Technical name: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.

UN 1268 Class: 3 Packaging group: II (D/E)

By sea (IMDG):

Technical name: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.

UN 1268 Class: 3 Packaging group: II

By air (ICAI-IATA):

Technical name: Petroleum distillates, n.o.s.

UN 1268 Class: 3 Packaging group: II

Packaging instructions: CAO 307 PAX 305

Regulatory information

Categorized as hydrocarbon substance.

Other information

Other precautionary statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash...thoroughly after handling.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).

P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.

P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

P370+P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction.

P391 Collect spillage.

P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

P405 Store locked up.

P501 Dispose of contents/container according to Directive 94/62/CE or 2008/98/CE.

Labelling (65/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE)

Review number and date: 3 3.11.10

Date published: 3.11.10

In respect of the previous review, changes have been made to the following sections: 2, 3, 15

The information included in this Safety Data Sheet is based on our most up-to-date knowledge, and is solely intended to inform regarding aspects of safety; the properties and characteristics indicated herein are not guaranteed.