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MEK PRODUCT
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
HEALTH
HAZARD DATA
Health Effects Eye:
irritation; Skin: irritation. Repeated skin contact can
result in defatting and drying of skin which may result in skin
irritation and deratitis. Inhalation: Nose irritation,
throat and respiratory tract. High vapor concentrations may
cause CNS depression; Ingestion: liquid is moderately
toxic and may be harmful if swallowed, may produce CNS
depression.
Aggravated Medical Conditions By Exposure Preexisting eye,
skin, and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure to
this product
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eye: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Get medical
attention. Skin: Flush skin with water while removing
contaminated clothes and shoes. If irritation occurs, get
medical attention. Do not reuse clothing or shoes until cleaned.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and provide oxygen
if breathing is difficult. Give artificial respiration if not
breathing. Get medical attention. Ingestion: Do not give
liquids if victim is unconscious or very drowsy. Otherwise give
more than two glasses of water and induce vomiting by giving
30CC (2 tablespoons) syrup of ipecac. If ipecac is unavailable,
give 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching finger
to back of victims throat. Keep victim’s head below hips while
vomiting. Get medical attention.
Signs and Symptoms
Irritation as noted above. early to moderate CNS (central
nervous system) Depression may be evidenced by giddiness,
headache and nausea; in extreme cases, unconsciousness and death
may occur.
Note to Physician
If Victim is a child, give no more than 1 glass of water and
15 CC syrup of Ipecac. If symptoms such as a loss of gag reflex,
convulsions or unconsciousness occur before emesis, gastric
lavage should be considered following intubation with a cuffed
endotracheal tube.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
AND USE
Flash Point 23 F (TCC) LEL: 1.8
Flammable Limits UEL: 11.5
Extinguishing Media
Use water fog, "alcohol" foam, dry chemical or CO2
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Warning. Flammable. Clear fire are of all unprotected personnel.
Do not confined fire space without full bunker gear (helmet with
face shield, bunker coat, gloves and rubber boots.) Including a
positive pressure niosh approved self-contained breathing
apparatus. Cool fire exposed containers with water.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Containers exposed to intense heat from fires should be cooled
with water t prevent vapor pressure buildup which could result
in container rupture. Container areas exposed t direct flame
contact should be cooled with large quantities of water as
needed to prevent weakening of container structure.
Spillage
Warning. Flammable. Eliminate all ignition sources. Handling
equipment must be grounded to prevent sparking. Large Spills:
Evacuate the hazard area of unprotected personnel. wear
appropriate respirator and protective clothing. Shut off source
of leak only if it is safe to do so. Dike and contain. If vapor
cloud forms, water fog may be used to suppress: contain run-off.
Remove with vacuum trucks or pump to storage/salvage vessels.
Soak up residue with an absorbent such as clay, sand or other
suitable material.; place in non-leaking containers for proper
disposal. Flush area with water to remove trace residue: Dispose
of flush solutions as above. Small Spills: Take up with
an absorbent material and place in non-leaking containers: seal
tightly for proper disposal.
CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection
Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapors . If exposure
may or does exceed occupational exposure limits (sec. IV) use a
NIOSH-approved respirator to prevent overexposure. In accord
with 29 CFR 1910.34 use either a full-face ,
atmosphere-supplying respirator or an air-purifying respirator
for organic vapors.
Protective Clothing
Avoid contact with eyes. Wear chemical goggles if there is
likelihood of contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged or repeated
contact with skin. Wear chemical-resistant gloves and other
clothing required to minimize contact.
Test data from published literature and/ glove and clothing.
REACTIVITY
DATA
Stability Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not
occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon Monoxide and unidentified organic compounds may be formed
during combustion. One hazardous combustion product, Methyl
Vinyl Ketone has been found in the combustion zone of a plant
incinerator burning waste Mek. This information was supplied to
EPA under FYI# OTS-0189-0661 by Hercules, Inc.
Conditions and Materials to Avoid
Avoid heat, sparks, flame
and contact with strong oxidizing agents
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Manufacturer makes no warranty
either expressed or implied including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose for this
product. Under no circumstances will the manufacturer be liable
for incidental, consequential or other damages, breach of
warranty, strict liability, or any other theory arising out of use
of this product.
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