COMPOSITION:
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (53%)
HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION:
Highly flammable solution and explosive vapours. Solution irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
FIRST AID MEASURES:
| EYE CONTACT: |
Irritant. In case of contact, irrigate immediately with plenty of water and seek medical aid |
| SKIN CONTACT: |
May irritate through degreasing action. If spilled on skin, wipe off excess and wash with soap and water. |
| INHALATION: |
Harmful, irritant may cause dizziness, headache and nausea. If affected by vapour, move to fresh air and seek medical aid if symptoms persist. |
| INGESTION: |
Harmful, nausea, dizziness. If swallowed wash out mouth: do not induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Seek immediate medical aid |
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
| EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: |
CO2 Dry powder, alcohol resistant foam, water fog in absence of electrical equipment. Earth / sand fires. |
| UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: |
Water Jet |
| FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS/HARMFUL COMBUSTION PRODS: |
Vapour / air may be explosive. Acidic fumes in fire and CO. Vapour heavier than air - ignition may occur at a distance |
| SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: |
Use breathing equipment. |
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
| EYE PROTECTION: |
Goggles if risk of splashing |
| SKIN PROTECTION: |
Solvent resistant gloves neoprene or nitrate rubber |
| VENTILATION: |
Good local |
| RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: |
Vapour respirator if no ventilation |
| SPILLAGE OR LEAK PROCEDURES: |
Absorb on sand or earth. Extinguish all sources of ignition. Ventilate area. Do not allow to enter drains. |
HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Avoid all sources of ignition, sparks, flames, electrical equipment, arc lights, static discharges etc. No smoking. Store at moderate room temperatures in closed containers.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION:
| OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: |
LTEL of 200ppm, STEL of 300ppm, EH40/94 |
| PERSONAL PROTECTION: |
Avoid inhaling vapour. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear solvent resistant gloves (neoprene or nitrile rubber) safety goggles and, if high vapour concentrations are present, self contained breathing apparatus, or full - face respirator with organic vapour cartridge NPF 20. Ensure good ventilation. |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
| APPEARANCE / ODOUR: |
Solutions of PVC resin and pigments in ketone solvent with characteristic odour. |
| pH: |
N/A |
| BOILING POINT: |
80'C |
| MELTING POINT: |
N/A |
| FLASH POINT: |
-17'C |
| FLAMMABLE / EXPLOSIVE LIMITS: |
LEL 1.8% |
| UEL 11.5% |
| AUTO FLAMMABILITY: |
515'C |
| OXIDIZING PROPERTIES: |
N/A |
| VAPOUR PRESSURE: |
N/A |
| SPECIFIC GRAVITY: |
1.240 |
| WATER / FAT SOLUBILITY: |
Solvent soluble in water |
| VOLATILE CONTENT BY WEIGHT: |
53% |
STABILITY & REACTIVITY:
Violent reaction with oxidising agents e.g peroxides.
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Irritating to eyes and respiratory tract, may cause systemic effects: narcosis, nausea, headaches. Skin: chronic exposure may cause dermatitis. Ingestion : harmful, nausea, dizziness. Repeated exposure to high concentrations, damaging to liver and nervous system.
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
| MOBILITY: |
N/A |
| BIODEGRADABILITY: |
N/A |
| BIOACCUMULATION: |
N/A |
| AQUATIC TOXICITY: |
N/A |
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
According to local regulations for flammable substances.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
| CARRIAGE CLARIFICATION: |
Flammable Liquid |
| PACKING GROUP: |
II |
| ADR/RID: |
3/3' |
| IMO CLASS: |
3.2 |
| U.N. No: |
1133 |
| HAZCHEM CODE: |
3 (Y) E |
REGULATORY INFORMATION
| CLASSIFICATION: |
Highly flammable, Irritant |
| SYMBOLS: |
F, Xi |
| RISK PHRASES: |
R11 Highly flammable. R36/37: Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. |
| SAFETY PHRASES: |
S9: Keep container in well ventilated place. S16: keep away from sources of ignition-No smoking. S25 Avoid contact with eyes. S33: Take precautionary measures against static discharges. |
OTHER INFORMATION:
N/A = Not Applicable
