ACETONE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H319, H336

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Other hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixture with air. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

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

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and hot surfac- es. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapors. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention.

Storage

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

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

1910.1200) Flammable liquids : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity : Category 3 - single exposure Other hazards Vapors may form explosive mixture with air. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.