Methyl Isobutyl Ketone

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Form : liquid, clear Color : colourless Odor : pungent mint-like

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids, Category 2 or mixture Acute toxicity, Category 4, Inhalation Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory system

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

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/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Carcinogenicity IARC: 4-Methylpentan-2-one 108-10-1 Group 2B: Possibly carcinogenic to humans ACGIH: 4-Methylpentan-2-one 108-10-1 A3: Confirmed animal carcinogen