Methyl ethyl ketone
- Ethyl methyl ketone
- Butanone
- MEK
- Methyl acetone
Methyl ethyl ketone | |
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| Formula | CH3COC2H5 |
| Structure | |
| Description | Clear, colorless liquid with a sharp mint-like odor. |
| Uses | As solvent, in the surface coating industry, manufacture of colorless synthetic resins, smokeless powder. |
| Registry Numbers and Inventories. | |
| CAS | 78-93-3 |
| EC (EINECS/ELINCS) | 201-159-0 |
| EC Index Number | 606-002-00-3 |
| EC Class | Highly flammable; Irritant; Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking; Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness |
| EC Risk Phrase | R 11 36 66 67 |
| EC Safety Phrase | S 9 16 |
| RTECS | EL6475000 |
| RTECS class | Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant |
| UN (DOT) | 1193 |
| Merck | 12,6149 |
| Beilstein/Gmelin | 741880 |
| Beilstein Reference | 4-01-00-03243 |
| RCRA | U159 |
| EPA OPP | 44103 |
| Swiss Giftliste 1 | G-2429 |
| Canada DSL/NDSL | DSL |
| US TSCA | Listed |
| Austrailia AICS | Listed |
| New Zealand | Listed |
| Japan ENCS (MITI) | Listed |
| Korea ECL | Listed |
| Properties. | |
| Formula | C4H8O |
| Formula mass | 72.11 |
| Melting point, °C | -86 |
| Boiling point, °C | 79.6 |
| Vapor pressure, mmHg | 89 (25 C) |
| Vapor density (air=1) | 2.5 |
| Saturation Concentration | 10.2% at 20 C |
| Evaporization number | 2.7 (diethyl ether=1) |
| Critical temperature | 262.5 |
| Critical pressure | 43.3 |
| Density | 0.8054 g/cm3 (20 C) |
| Solubility in water | 290 g/L (20 C) |
| Viscosity | 0.41 cp @ 20C |
| Surface tension | 24.6 g/s2 @ 20 C |
| Refractive index | 1.3814 (20 C) |
| Dipole moment | 2.7 D (20 C) |
| Dielectric constant | 18.85 (20 C) |
| Partition coefficient, pKow | 0.29 |
| Heat of fusion | 6.78 kJ/mol |
| Heat of vaporization | 35.6 kJ/mol |
| Heat of combustion | -2438 kJ/mol |
| Hazards and Protection. | |
| Storage | Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. |
| WHMIS | B2 D2A D2B |
| Handling | Use only in a well ventilated area. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. |
| Protection | Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. |
| Respirators | Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. |
| Small spills/leaks | Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability | Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. |
| Incompatibilities | Oxidizing materials, caustics, amines, ammonia, strong bases, chloroform, chlorosulfonic acid, oleum, potassium-t-butoxide, heat or flame, hydrogen peroxide, nitric acid. Can attack many plastics, resins and rubber. |
| Decomposition | Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
| Fire. | ||||
| Flash Point,°C | -9 | |||
| Autoignition, °C | 516 | |||
| Upper exp. limit, % | 11.4 | |||
| Lower exp. limit, % | 1.4 | |||
| Fire fighting | Wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Extinguish with dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide. Water spray may be used to keep fire exposed containers cool, dilute spills to nonflammable mixtures, protect personnel attempting to stop leak and disperse vapors. | |||
| Fire potential | HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. | |||
| Hazards | Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. May polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids are lighter than water. | |||
| Combustion products | Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |||
| NFPA | Health | 1 | ||
| Flammability | 3 | |||
| Reactivity | 0 | |||
| Health. | |
| Exposure limit(s) | OSHA PEL: TWA 200 ppm (590 mg/m3) NIOSH REL: TWA 200 ppm (590 mg/m3) ST 300 ppm (885 mg/m3) NIOSH IDLH: 3000 ppm |
| Poison_Class | 5 |
| Exposure effects | Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute inhalation. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and dermatitis. Animal studies have reported that fetal effects/abnormalities may occur when maternal toxicity is seen. |
| Ingestion | May produce abdominal pain, nausea. Aspiration into lungs can produce severe lung damage and is a medical emergency. Other symptoms expected to parallel inhalation. |
| Inhalation | Causes irritation to the nose and throat. Concentrations above the TLV may cause headache, dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath, and vomiting. Higher concentrations may cause central nervous system depression and unconsciousness. |
| Skin | Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness, itching, and pain. May be absorbed through the skin with possible systemic effects. |
| Eyes | Vapors are irritating to the eyes. Splashes can produce painful irritation and eye damage. |
First aid |
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| Ingestion | Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Inhalation | Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask. |
| Skin | Get medical aid. Rinse area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. |
| Eyes | Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. |
| Transport. | ||
| UN number | 1193 | |
| Response guide | 127 | |
| Hazard class | 3 | |
| Packing Group | II | |
| USCG CHRIS Code | MEK | |
| USCG Compatatibility Group | 18 Ketones | |
| HS Code | 2914 12 00 | |
| Std. Transport # | 4907802 | |
| IMO Chemical Code | 18 | |
| IMO Pollution Category | III | |