MEK/MIBK Solvent

OSHA HCS Classification

Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Vapor - Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 2A Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 3 ( central nervous system, , respiratory tract )

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces - No smoking. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only non-sparking tools. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, regular dry chemical, water spray or fog. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical attention, if needed. 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. IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.