SAFETY-KLEEN METHYL ETHYL KETONE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to central nervous system. May cause respiratory irritation and drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to blood, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, kidneys, and liver through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and 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. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide, alcohol resistant foam, regular dry chemical, water spray, and water fog for extinction. IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep 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. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations. Hazard(s) Not Otherwise Classified None known.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids, Category 2 Skin Corrosion / Irritation, Category 2 Eye Damage / Irritation, Category 2A Toxic to Reproduction, Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure, Category 1 (central nervous system) Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure, Category 3 (central nervous system and respiratory system) Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure, Category 1 (blood, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, kidneys, and liver)