⚠ DANGER: Fast-evaporating ketone solvent. Flash point −9 °C (16 °F). Highly flammable vapours can form explosive mixtures. Potentiates the neurotoxicity of n-hexane.
GHS Hazard Pictograms
🔥 Flammable⚠ Harmful/Irritant
Hazard Statements (H-codes)
H225 – Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation
H336 – May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary Statements (P-codes)
P210 – Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames
P260 – Do not breathe vapours
P312 – Call Poison Control if unwell
First Aid Measures (Section 4)
👁Eye Contact▼
Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
🖐Skin Contact▼
Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Causes defatting with prolonged contact.
🫁Inhalation▼
Move to fresh air. High concentrations cause CNS depression — seek medical attention if dizzy or unconscious.
🫦Ingestion▼
Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222).
Storage & Handling
🔒 Storage & Handling: Flammable storage cabinet, away from heat and oxidizers. Bond and ground metal containers when transferring.
PPE Requirements
Chemical splash goggles
Nitrile gloves
Organic vapour respirator in poorly ventilated spaces
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