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3-PENTANONEICSC: 0874 (April 2024)
Dimethylacetone
Methacetone
Diethyl ketone
CAS #: 96-22-0
UN #: 1156

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Highly flammable.  Vapour/air mixtures are explosive.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Use non-sparking handtools.  Use alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Shortness of breath.  Use ventilation.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness. Dry skin.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety spectacles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Remove all ignition sources. Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable metal (mild steel) containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT wash away into sewer. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

flam;flameexcl mark;warn
DANGER
Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause drowsiness or dizziness
May cause respiratory irritation 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: II 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Well closed. Separated from oxidants. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. 
PACKAGING
 
3-PENTANONE ICSC: 0874
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. The vapour mixes well with air, explosive mixtures are easily formed. 

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks many plastics. 

Formula: C5H10O / CH3CH2COCH2CH3
Molecular mass: 86.1
Boiling point: 102°C
Melting point: -39°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.81 (25°C)
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 3,9 (soluble)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 2.0
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 13°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 452°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1,6 -7,7 (estimated)
Viscosity: 0.6 mm²/s 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 200 ppm as TWA; 300 ppm as STEL 

ENVIRONMENT
No data. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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