Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H303, H304, H316, H319, H373

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazardous Nature: This product is classified as hazardous under HSNO criteria.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

3.1B, 6.1E (oral), 6.1E (aspiration), 6.3B, 6.4A, 6.9B

Signal word

Danger

Classifications

3

Hazard statements

H225 Highly Flammable liquid and vapour H303 May be harmful if swallowed H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H316 Causes mild skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe vapours. P264 Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye protection.

Response

P301+P310 If swallowed immediately a Poison Centre or doctor. P331 Do not induce vomiting. P305+P351+P338 If in eyes rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs get medical advice. P370+P376 In case of fire stop leak if safe to do so.

Storage

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

Disposal

P501 Dispose of product to a landfill in accordance with any local regulations.