106014

Ethyl methyl ketone (2-butanone) extra pure

Methyl ethyl ketone ; 2-Butanone ; MEK

CAS :78-93-3

Storage class :3 A

Water pollution class :1

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
After skin contact	Irritations Degreasing effect on the skin, possibly followed by secondary inflammation. Danger of skin absorption.
After eye contact	Irritations. mucosal irritations
After absorption of large quantities	CNS disorders , drowsiness , dizziness , inebriation , drop in blood pressure , narcosis Causes impaired function of: respiratory tract , heart
Additional informations	Swallowing causes nausea and vomiting. Good warning effect due to low odour threshold.

Protective equipments / General working measures

Keep container in a well-ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Avoid contact with eyes. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Do not inhale vapours/aerosols.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. ChemizorbŽ ). Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Suitable extinguishing media	water , Powder, foam.

First aid

After inhalation	fresh air. If necessary apply mouth to mouth resuscitation or mechanical ventilation. Keep airways free.
After skin contact	wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact	rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist.
After swallowing	immediately make victim drink plenty of water. Subsequently administer: activated charcoal (20 - 40g in 10% slurry). Risk of aspiration! Do not induce vomiting. No milk. No digestible oils. Keepairways free. Summon doctor. Laxative: sodium sulfate (1 tablespoon/ 1/4 l water). After ingestion of large amounts: gastric lavage.