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N-nonane appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sharp odor. Flash point 86 °F. Insoluble in water and less dense than water. Contact may irritate eyes and possibly injury the cornea. May irritate skin. Vapor inhalation may cause irritation. Prolonged inhalation may lead to breathing difficulty. Ingestion causes abdominal discomfort, nausea and diarrhea. Nonane is a linear alkane hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C9H20. It is a colorless, flammable liquid, occurring primarily in the component of the petroleum distillate fraction commonly called kerosene, which is used as a heating, tractor, and jet fuel.[4] Nonane is also used as a solvent, distillation chaser, fuel additive, and a component in biodegradable detergents.[5]

GHS Hazard Statements

• H226 (64.16%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]

• H304 (63.69%): May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways [Danger Aspiration hazard]

• H315 (52.97%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

• H319 (56.18%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

• H332 (26.84%): Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]

• H336 (58.29%): May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]

• H400 (18.39%): Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]

• H410 (28.87%): Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

• H411 (14.16%): Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

First Aid

EYES: If contact lenses are present, remove them and flush the eyes with water or saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes. Seek medical assistance immediately and transport the victim to a hospital, even if no symptoms develop.

SKIN: Immediately wash the affected skin with water, removing contaminated clothing. Thoroughly cleanse the skin with soap and water. If redness or irritation occurs, contact a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital.

INHALATION: Move to fresh air immediately. If symptoms such as wheezing or shortness of breath occur, seek medical attention. Use appropriate respiratory protection for rescue efforts. If needed, transport the victim to a hospital.

INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. If the victim is conscious, give 1 or 2 glasses of water and seek medical advice. If the victim is unconscious, ensure an open airway and transport to a hospital without inducing vomiting (NTP, 1992)

National Toxicology Program, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health (NTP). 1992. National Toxicology Program Chemical Repository Database. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

Chemical and Physical Properties

Source: PubChem