ACETONE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazardous Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes serious eye irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause respiratory irritation

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating / lighting/ equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep container tightly closed

Response

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 ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

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

Disposal

Disposal of all wastes must be done in accordance with municipal, provincial and federal regulations Unknown acute toxicity No information available