Methyl Ethyl Ketone

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H319, H336

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Hazards Classification of the substance or mixture GHS Classification(s) Eye Irritation (Category 2) Flammable Liquids (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3) GHS Label Elements Pictograms

Signal word

DANGER! Hazard and precautionary statements

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Precautionary statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P501 Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P102 Keep out of reach of children. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye and face protection.

Potential health effects

Eyes: Causes eye irritation. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification(s) Eye Irritation (Category 2) Flammable Liquids (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)