Methyl acetate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H319, H336

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS) Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes serious eye irritation May cause drowsiness and dizziness Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS). Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking