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EC/CAS
78-59-1
Name of the chemical
3,5,5-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-on
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
1999-03-16
Product name
Isophorone
Product Synonyms
3,5,5-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexene-1-one
CAS No.
78-59-1
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Company Information
company name
Acros Organics N.V
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Appearance clear pale yellow liquid. Flash Point 84 deg C Warning! Causes eye and respiratory tract irritation. Combustible liquid and vapor. May be harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the skin. May cause cancer based on animal studies. Target Organs: Central nervous system, respiratory system, eyes.
Potential health effects
Eye: Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears). Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed. Inhalation: Causes narcotic effects including headache, dizziness, weakness, unconsciousness. Chronic: Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive effects.