ETHYL METHYL KETONE (METHYL ETHYL KETONE)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H303, H316, H319, H371, H373

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Considered a Hazardous Substance according to the criteria of the New Zealand Hazardous Substances New Organisms legislation. Classified as Dangerous Goods for transport purposes. CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Min Max Flammability 3 Toxicity 1 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low 2 = Moderate Reactivity 1 3 = High Chronic 0 4 = Extreme [2] Flammable Liquid Category 2, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 5, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 3, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 2, Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure Category 2 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from CCID EPA NZ ; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 - Annex VI Gazetted by EPA New 3.1B, 6.1E (oral), 6.3B, 6.4A, 6.9B (inhalation) Zealand

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H303 May be harmful if swallowed H316 Causes mild skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H371 May cause damage to organs. H373 May cause damage to organs.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/intrinsically safe equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P309+P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water spray/fog for extinction. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

Storage

P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.