| [Flash Point] 96 | |
| [Autoignition] 390 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Do NOT get water inside containers. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. | |
| [Ingestion] Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Wash mouth out with water. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not allow contact with water. Keep from contact with moist air and steam. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause nausea, dizziness, and headache. | |
| [Appearance] Colorless liquid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 45 | |
| [Boiling Point] 223 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.02 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 0.9507 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] .25 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 53.5 kJ/mol | |
| [Vapor Density] 4.1 | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.4431 (20 C) | |
| [Product Name] DL-1,2-Hexanediol | |
| [Synonyms] 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane 5,6-Dihydroxyhexane Hexane-1,2-diol | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_6920-22-5.htm">6920-22-5 | |
| [Formula] C6H14O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 118.17 | |
| [EINECS] 230-029-6 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1719244 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-01-00-02554 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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