Methyl Acetate, High purity

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category Flammable liquid 2 Serious eye damage/irritation 2A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects 3

Signal word

Danger Code

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor H319 Causes serious eye irritation H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Code

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P235 Keep cool. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion proof equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. / P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapor/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P271 Use-only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Iwear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. P303+ P361+ IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water [or shower]. P353 P304+ P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+ P351+ IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. P338 Continue rinsing. P312 Call A POISON CENTER/doctor, if you feel unwell. P337+ P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P370+ P378 In case of fire: Use water mist, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol resistant foam to extinguish. P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P403+ P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional regulations. Other classifications

HMIS® ratings

Health: 2 Fire: 3 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 0 Physical: 0