Acetoin

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Flammable liquids Category 3

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Flammable liquid and vapor

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc. www.scbt.com

Response

Specific treatment (see .? on this label) 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 skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

NFPA

Health hazards

2 HMIS 0 Flammability 2 Flammability 2 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties