Ethyl Acetate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes serious eye irritaiton. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. 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. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Keep cool. Repsonse - Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. 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. In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.