Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-10-1
Name of the chemical
4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
Concentration
(% by weight
General Information
Revision date
2016-04-25
Product name
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone
Chemical name
Pure substance
CAS No.
108-10-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial solvent
1.2.2. Uses advised against
None known
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Comet Chemical Company Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Clear colourless liquid. 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 Acute toxicity, inhalation - Category 4 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure -Category 3 (respiratory)/(Narcotic effects) Carcinogen - Category 2
Signal word
DANGER!
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of causing cancer.
Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing mist or vapours. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 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 to extinguish. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.
Other hazards
May be sensitive to static discharge. Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be an aspiration hazard. Aspiration into the lungs during swallowing or subsequent vomiting may cause chemical pneumonitis, which can be fatal. May cause mild skin irritation. .
