General Information
Revision date
2021-03-03
Product name
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
CAS No.
78-93-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory Investigations
Emergency telephone
+64 9 480 4386, +64 9 480 4385
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Company Information
company name
ECP Limited
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H303, H316, H319, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification This substance is hazardous according to the EPA Hazardous Substances (Classification) Notice 2017 NZ:- 31.B; 6.1E; 6.3B ;6.4A; 6.9B
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Danger HSNO Classes
Hazard categories
3.1B H225 Highly flammable liquid and Category 2 vapour. 6.1E (oral) H303 May be harmful if swallowed. Category 5 6.3B H316 Causes mild skin irritation. Category 3 6.4A H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Category 2A 6.9B H373 May cause damage to organs Category 2 through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use. P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe fumes, vapours or spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective clothing.
Response
code P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P303 + IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse P361+P353 skin with water/shower. P305 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if P351+P338 present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, or alcohol foam for extinction.
Storage
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This substance is hazardous according to the EPA Hazardous Substances (Classification) Notice 2017
