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4-METHOXY-4-METHYL-2-PENTANONEICSC: 1098 (April 2004)
4-Methoxy-4-methylpentan-2-one
4-Methyl-4-methoxy-2-pentanone
4-Methoxy-4-methylpentanone-2
CAS #: 107-70-0
UN #: 2293
EC Number: 203-512-4

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable.  Above 60°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Above 60°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. 
PACKAGING
 
4-METHOXY-4-METHYL-2-PENTANONE ICSC: 1098
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with oxidants. Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic fumes and irritating fumes. 

Formula: C7H14O2
Molecular mass: 130.2
Boiling point: 160°C
Melting point: -30°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.89
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 28
Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 0.42
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.49
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 60°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 400°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.36  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 10-20; S: (2)-23-24/25 

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