2,6-Dimethyl-4-heptanone

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 3 Flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; liver) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Respiratory tract irritation Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Narcosis Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(CNS; respiratory apparatus/system)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard: Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 3 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Causes eye irritation Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. 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. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.