General Information
Revision date
2021-03-31
Product name
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
CAS No.
78-93-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Use as a solvent only in Industrial/Professional processes
Emergency telephone
+64 (09) 295 2200
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
H S Composites
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales@hscomposites.co.nz
GHS Information
Signal word
H226
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H242, H303, H316, H319, H332, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Regulatory Information Classified as Hazardous according to the Hazardous Substances Regulation 2001, New Zealand & Group Standard 2017 HSNO Approval Number HSR001190 Dangerous Goods Class 3 Hazardous Classifications Highly Flammable Liquid Category 2 Acutely Toxic (Oral) Category 5 Mild Skin Corrosion/Irritant Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 (2A/2B) Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated Category 2 exposure) Pictograms
Signal word
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
Health hazards
H226 Flammable Liquid and Vapour H303 Harmful if Swallowed H316 Causes Skin Irritation H319 Causes eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Environmental hazards
Non-hazardous to the environment
Prevention
P102 Keep out of reach of Children P103 Read Label/SDS before use P201 Obtain instructions before use P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P241 Use explosion proof equipment H242 Use only non-sparking tools P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge P260 Do not breathe vapours P261 Do not breath dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 Use only in well-ventilated areas P273 Avoid release into the environment P280 Wear protective clothing, gloves and eye protection P281 Use personal protective equipment as required
Response
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand P301 + P312 If swallowed call POISON CENTRE or DOCTOR if you feel unwell P330 Rinse out mouth, do not swallow P303 + P353 If on skin or hair, wash with plenty of soap and water P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice P361 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If inhaled, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for P304 + P340 breathing If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact P305 + P351 lenses if present and easy to do so, continue to rinse P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists seek medical advice P308 + P313 If exposed or concerned seek medical advice P314 Get medical advice if you feel unwell In case of fire use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) to P370 + P378 extinguish. DO NOT USE water jet (this will only spread the fire) P391 Collect any spillage IF SWALLOWED: Rinse out mouth, do not swallow water, DO NOT induce P301+P330 vomiting.
Storage
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P235 Keep cool. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P405 Store in a locked area
Disposal
Dispose of product and packaging in accordance with local and Governmental P501 regulations or through an approved waste disposal plant.
Classifications
3 Packing Group ll Hazchem Code 2YE
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Highly Flammable Liquid Category 2 Acutely Toxic (Oral) Category 5 Mild Skin Corrosion/Irritant Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 (2A/2B) Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated Category 2 exposure) Pictograms: Signal Word: Warning H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. HEALTH HAZARDS: H226 Flammable Liquid and Vapour H303 Harmful if Swallowed H316 Causes Skin Irritation H319 Causes eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS: Non-hazardous to the environment