2,4-HEXADIENE

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
Potential Health Effects
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.

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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:

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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Flammables-area.

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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 5194-50-3: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Not available.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
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 respirator use. Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Not available.
Color: Clearlight yellow liquid
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 80.0 - 82.0 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: 0 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: -7 deg C ( 19.40 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: .06 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: .02 vol %
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: .7200g/cm3
Molecular Formula: CH3CH=CHCH=CHCH3
Molecular Weight: 82.13

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 5194-50-3 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
cis-2, trans-4-Hexadiene - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.

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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IATA
Shipping Name: HEXADIENE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2458
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: HEXADIENE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2458
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: HEXADIENES
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2458
Packing group: II

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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI F
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 5194-50-3: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 5194-50-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 5194-50-3 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A