METHYL ETHYL KETONE | ICSC: 0179 (April 2017) |
Ethyl methyl ketone 2-Butanone MEK Methyl acetone |
CAS #: 78-93-3 |
UN #: 1193 |
EC Number: 201-159-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Use non-sparking handtools. | Use alcohol-resistant foam, water, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Headache. Dizziness. Nausea. Vomiting. Drowsiness. Numbness. Laboured breathing. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Dry skin. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | 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 | See Inhalation. Unconsciousness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Highly flammable liquid and vapourCauses serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. Cool. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
METHYL ETHYL KETONE | ICSC: 0179 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C4H8O / CH3COCH2CH3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 200 ppm as TWA; 300 ppm as STEL; BEI issued. MAK: 600 mg/m3, 200 ppm; peak limitation category: I(1); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C. EU-OEL: 600 mg/m3, 200 ppm as TWA; 900 mg/m3, 300 ppm as STEL |
ENVIRONMENT |
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Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use. |
NOTES |
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The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, Xi; R: 11-36-66-67; S: (2)-9-16; Note: 6 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Methyl ethyl ketone (EHC 143, 1992)