Methyl Ethyl Ketone

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H303, H316, H319, H336, H373

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity Oral - Category 5 Eye Irritation - Category 2 Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Skin Irritation - Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity -Single Exposure (Narcotic Effects) - Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor H303 - May be harmful if swallowed H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H316 - Causes mild skin irritation H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary statements

P101 - If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 - Keep out of reach of children. P103 - Read label before use. MEK.x.401 http://www.rwps.com/ Page 1 Disposal P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation. Under RCRA it is the responsibility of the user of the products to determine at the time of disposal whether the product meets RCRA criteria for hazardous waste. Waste management should be in full compliance with federal, state and local laws.

Prevention

P264 - Wash with water and soap thoroughly after handling. P280 - Wear protective gloves,protective clothing,eye protection/face protection. P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 - Keep container tightly closed. P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. P242 - Use only non-sparking tools. P243 - Take action to prevent static discharges. P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

P312 - Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide to extinguish. P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P314 - Get Medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Storage

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

2.3 Other hazards

None