Methyl Ethyl Ketone

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H319, H336

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification This material is hazardous according to regulatory guidelines (see SDS Section 15).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquid: Category 2. Eye irritation Category 2A. Target organ toxicant (central nervous system) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Physical H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor Health H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. -- No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground / bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting equipment. P242: Use only non-sparking tools. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing mist / vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire Use foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) for extinction.

Storage

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

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations

Contains

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

Other physicochemical hazards

Material can release vapors that readily form flammable mixtures. Vapor accumulation could flash and/or explode if ignited.

Health hazards

May be irritating to the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. May cause central nervous system depression. If swallowed, may be aspirated and cause lung damage.

Environmental hazards

No significant hazards. NOTE: This material should not be used for any other purpose than the intended use in Section 1 without expert advice. Health studies have shown that chemical exposure may cause potential human health risks which may vary from person to person.