Ethyl Acetate (2014-06-04) |
Hazard Statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause respiratory irritation.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary Statements
Prevention: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response: In case of fire: Use water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide for extinction. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
Storage: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal: Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.
Other hazards which do not result in GHS classification: Static accumulating flammable liquid can become electrostatically charged even in bonded and grounded equipment. Sparks may ignite liquid and vapor. May cause flash fire or explosion.
Manufacturer information
Name
Avantor Performance Materials, Inc.
Phone
855-282-6867
Address
3477 Corporate Parkway
Suite 200
Center Valley, PA 18034
PICTOGRAMS
Northern Michigan University
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