Ethyl Acetate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear colourless liquid. Strong, sweet odour. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure -Category 3 (respiratory) Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure - Category 3 narcotic effects

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour! May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. .

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing mist or vapours. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Direct eye contact may cause slight or mild, transient irritation. Direct skin contact may cause slight or mild, transient irritation. Static discharges or other ignition sources at temperatures higher than the flash point could cause a fire.