General Information
Revision date
2002-10-10
Product name
Acetone
Product Synonyms
2-Propanone; Beta-Ketopropane; Dimethyl Ketone; Ketone Propane; Ketone, Dimethyl; Methyl Ketone; Propanone
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
Section 2
Hazard pictograms
XI F
Hazard statements
10 36 66 67 Section 3 - Hazards Identification EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Appearance colorless liquid. Flash Point 0 deg F. Warning! Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause central nervous system depression. May cause severe respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may dry the skin and cause irritation. Breathing vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Vapor may cause flash fire. Causes eye irritation. Target Organs: Central nervous system, respiratory system, eyes, skin. Potential Health Effects Eye: Produces irritation, characterized by a burning sensation, redness, tearing, inflammation, and possible corneal injury. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage. Skin: May cause skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause defatting of the skin and dermatitis. May be absorbed through the skin. May cause cyanosis of the extremities. Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Ingestion of large amounts may cause CNS depression. Inhalation: Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause burning sensation in the chest. Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute inhalation. Effects may be delayed.
