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Product Name |
RXSOL-19-1212 |
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Product Type |
METHYL ETHYL KETONE |
Company Details:
RX MARINE INTERNATIONAL
105, A wing , BSEL , TECH PARK.
VASHI ,NEW BOMBAY 400703 INDIA
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Phone |
+91 22 65113333 / 5555 / 9999 / 27611360 |
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Fax |
+91 22 2781 1318 :::AOH :0091 9821214367 |
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Email |
mail@rxmarine.com |

• Chemical characterization:
• CAS No. Description
78-93-3 butanone
• Identification number(s)
• EINECS Number: 201-159-0
• Index number: 606-002-00-3

• Hazard description:
• Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment:
At long or repeated contact with skin it may cause dermatitis due to the degreasing effect of the solvent.
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
R 66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

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After inhalation
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Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
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After skin contact
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Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
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After eye contact
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Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
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After swallowing
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If symptoms persist consult doctor.
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Suitable extinguishing agents
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CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
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For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents
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Water with full jet
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Protective equipment
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No special measures required.
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Person-related safety precautions
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Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
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Measures for environmental protection
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Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
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Measures for cleaning/collecting
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Dilute with plenty of water. Ensure adequate ventilation.
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Handling
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Information for safe handling
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No special requirement
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Information about fire - and explosion protection
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Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Protect against electrostatic charges.
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Storage
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Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles
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Store in a cool location.
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Information about storage in one common storage facility
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Not required.
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Further information about storage conditions
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Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
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• Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7.
• Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: 78-93-3 butanone
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PEL (USA)
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590 mg/m³, 200 ppm
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REL (USA)
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Short-term value: 885 mg/m³, 300 ppm Long-term value: 590 mg/m³, 200 ppm
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TLV (USA
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Short-term value: 885 mg/m³, 300 ppm Long-term value: 590 mg/m³, 200 ppm BEI
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IOELV (EU)
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Short-term value: 900 mg/m³, 300 ppm Long-term value: 600 mg/m³, 200 ppm
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WEL (Great Britain)
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Short-term value: 899 mg/m³, 300 ppm Long-term value: 600 mg/m³, 200 ppm Sk
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Additional information
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The lists valid during the making were used as basis.
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Personal protective equipment:
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General protective and hygienic measures
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Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Avoid contact with the eyes. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
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Respiratory protection
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Not required.
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Trade name
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Methyl Ethyl Ketone
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Protection of hands
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The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
• Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
• Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
• Eye protection
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General Information
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Form
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Fluid
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Colour
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Colourless
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Odour
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Pleasant
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•Change in condition
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Melting point/Melting range
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-86.3°C
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Boiling point/Boiling range
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79-80.5°C
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Flash point
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-4°C
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Ignition temperature
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514°C
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Danger of explosion
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Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures
are possible
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• Explosion limits
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Lower
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1.8 Vol %
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Upper
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11.5 Vol %
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• Vapour pressure at 20°C
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105hPa
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Density at 20°
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0.804-0.807g/cm³
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• Solubility in / Miscibility with
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water at 20°C
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290g/l
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• Viscosity
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Dynamic at 15°
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0.423 mPas
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• Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
• Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
• Dangerous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.

• Acute toxicity:-
LD/LC50 values relevant for classification
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Oral
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LD50
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3300 mg/kg (rat)
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Dermal
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LD50
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5000 mg/kg (rabbit
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Primary irritant effect:
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on the skin
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No irritant effect.
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on the eye
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Irritating effect.
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Sensitization
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No sensitizing effects known.
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General notes
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Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
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• Product:
• Recommendation Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
• Uncleaned packaging:
• Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

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• Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) |
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• ADR/RID class |
3 Flammable liquids |
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• Danger code (Kemler |
33 |
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• UN-Number |
1193 |
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• Packaging group |
II |
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• Hazard label |
3 |
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• Description of goods |
1193 ETHYL METHYL KETONE (METHYL ETHYL KETONE) |
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• Maritime transport IMDG |
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• IMDG Class: |
3 |
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• UN Number |
1193 |
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• Label |
3 |
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• Packaging group |
II |
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• EMS Number |
F-E,S-D |
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• Marine pollutant |
No |
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• Proper shipping name |
ETHYL METHYL KETONE (METHYL ETHYL KETONE) |
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• Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR |
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• ICAO/IATAClass |
3 |
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• UN/ID Number |
1193 |
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• Label |
3 |
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• Packaging group |
II |
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• Proper shipping name |
ETHYL METHYL KETONE (METHYL ETHYL KETONE) |

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Labelling according to EU guidelines
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The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials.
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Code letter and hazard designation of product:
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Risk phrases
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11 Highly flammable.
36 Irritating to eyes.
66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
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Safety phrases
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2 Keep out of the reach of children.
9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
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This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for an specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY :The information in this SDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However, the information is provided without any warranty, express or implied, regarding its correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use or disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the product. This MSDS was prepared and is to be used only for this product. If the product is used as a component in another product, this MSDS information may not be applicable.