General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-22
Product name
2"-Methylacetophenone
Product Synonyms
2-Acetyltoluene, Methyl o-tolyl ketone,o-Methylacetophenone, 1-(2-Tolyl)ethanone, 1-(2-Methylphenyl)ethanone
CAS No.
577-16-2
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H312, H332
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled Harmful if inhaled
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity
