Material Safety Data Sheet
Acetone
1 Chemical product and company identification
Common name : Acetone Code : 2110
Supplier : Sasol Solvents MSDS# : 05
Trading as Sasol Chemicals North America LLC,
900 Threadneedle, Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77079 USA
Telephone: 281 588 3000
Facsimile: 281 588 3381
Synonym : 2-propanone, Dimethyl ketone, Ketone propane, Validation date : 08/05/2002.
beta-Ketopropane.
Trade name : Acetone Print date : 08/05/2002.
Material uses : Agricultural industry: Manufacture of chemical Responsible name : Lehlohonolo B Mothebe
products.
Coatings: Manufacture of lacquers and lacquer
thinners. Manufacture of resins. Paint remover.
Solvent for resins.
Consumer products: Cosmetics and deodorants
preparations.
Industrial applications: Manufacture of organic
products. Solvent for organic products.
Paper industry: Deinking of paper.
Pharmaceutical industry: Cosmetics. Solvent.
Manufacturer : Sasol Chemical Industries Ltd. In case of emergency : Chemtrec: 800-424-9300
Private bag X1000 International:
Secunda 091-703-527-3887
2302
South Africa
TEL: +27 17 610-2416
2 Composition / information on ingredients
CAS #
Name % by weight Exposure limits
1) Acetone 67-64-1 99.9 ACGIH TLV (United States, 2002).
TWA: 500 ppm
TWA: 1188 mg/m3
STEL: 750 ppm
STEL: 1782 mg/m3
OSHA (United States, 2002).
TWA: 750 ppm
TWA: 1800 mg/m3
STEL: 1000 ppm
STEL: 2400 mg/m3
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3 Hazards identification
Physical state and appearance : Liquid.
Emergency overview : DANGER!
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
CAUSES EYE IRRITATION.
MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED.
MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep container
closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact of spilled
material and runoff with soil and surface waterways.
Routes of entry : Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
TARGET ORGANS: Central Nervous System, liver and kidneys.
Potential acute health effects
Eyes : Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness,
watering, and itching.
Skin : Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Inhalation : Hazardous in case of inhalation.
Ingestion : Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Potential chronic health : CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. by OSHA, None. by NIOSH. A4 (Not classifiable for
EFFECTS
effects human or animal.) by ACGIH, D (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by EPA.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not listed.
EFFECTS
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. for human.
EFFECTS
Medical conditions : Persons with chronic respiratory or skin diseases may be at increased risk from exposure.
aggravated by
overexposure:
Overexposure : Restlessness, slow reaction time, slurred speech, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, ataxia, intoxication,
/signs/symptoms sensory disturbances, rapid pulse, sweating, drowsiness, stupor and finally coma. Hypertension,
tachycardia, cold pale skin, hyperthermia, slow stertorous respiration. Death from respiratory or
circulatory failure or from aspiration pneumonitis.
See toxicological information (section 11)
4 First aid measures
Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15
minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Get medical attention.
Inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Ingestion : Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician
immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Notes to physician : Support respiratory and cardiovascular function.
5 Fire fighting measures
Flammability of the product : Flammable.
Autoignition temperature : 465掳C (869掳F)
Flash points : CLOSED CUP: -20掳C (-4掳F).
Flammable limits : LOWER: 2.6% UPPER: 12.8%
Products of combustion : These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire hazards in presence of : Extremely flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
various substances Flammable in presence of reducing materials.
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of oxidizing materials, of combustible materials.
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
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Explosion hazards in presence : Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Yes.
of various substances Non-explosive in presence of shocks.
Vapour-air mixtures are explosive within flammable limits.
Fire fighting media : SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and instructions LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to
prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Protective clothing (fire) : Wear MSHA/NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus or equivalent and full protective
gear.
Special remarks on fire hazards : Heated containers may rupture violently from excessive heat.
Special remarks on explosion : Acetone may form explosive mixtures with chromic aldehyde, hydrogen peroxide, nitric acid, acetic
hazards acid.
6 Accidental release measures
Small spill and leak : Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate
waste disposal container.
Large spill and leak : Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with
DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not
touch spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or
confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.
7 Handling and storage
Handling : Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation.
To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by grounding and bonding
containers and equipment before transferring material. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating,
lighting and material handling) equipment.
Storage : Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep
container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or
flame).
8 Exposure controls, personal protection
Engineering controls : Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station
location.
Personal protection
Eyes : Splash goggles.
Body : Chemical resistant protective suit.
Respiratory : Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands : Butyl rubber gloves.
Feet : Chemical resistant safety boots.
Protective clothing (pictograms) :
Personal protection in case of a : Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
large spill
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Product name Exposure limits
1) Dimethylketone ACGIH TLV (United States, 2002).
TWA: 500 ppm
TWA: 1188 mg/m3
STEL: 750 ppm
STEL: 1782 mg/m3
OSHA (United States, 2002).
TWA: 750 ppm
TWA: 1800 mg/m3
STEL: 1000 ppm
STEL: 2400 mg/m3
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9 Physical and chemical properties
Physical state and appearance : Liquid.
Color : Clear, colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic sweetish (mint-like) odor. (Light.)
Odor : Pungent. Fruity. Minty. Pleasant. Sweetish. (Strong.)
Taste : Pungent. Sweetish, astringent. (Strong.)
Molecular weight : 58.08g/mole
Molecular formula : CH3COCH3
pH (1% soln/water) : Not available.
Boiling/condensation point : 56.2掳C (133.2掳F)
Melting/freezing point : -95.35掳C (-139.6掳F)
Critical temperature : 235 deg C.
Specific gravity : 0.79 (Water = 1)
Vapor pressure : 186.2 mm of Hg (@ 20掳C)
Vapor density : 2 (Air = 1)
Volatility : 100 % @ 21 deg C.
Odor threshold : 100 ppm
Evaporation rate : 11.6 (Butyl acetate = 1).
VOC : 100 (%)
Viscosity : 0.4 cST @ 20 deg C.
LogKow : log Kow = 0.58.
Ionicity (in water) : Not available.
Dispersion properties : See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.
Solubility : Easily soluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether.
Partially soluble in n-octanol.
Physical chemical comments : No additional remark.
10 Stability and reactivity
Stability and reactivity : The product is stable.
Conditions of instability : Heat, open flames, sparks, static discharge. May react vigorously with chloroform in the presence of a
base.
Incompatibility with various : Reactive with oxidizing agents, organic peroxides, chromium trioxide, chromic acid solution,
substances potassium tert-butoxide, hydrogen peroxide, nitric acid and its mixture with suphuric acid, per
monosulphuric acid, chromyl chloride, nitrosyl perchlorate and chloride, bromine, bromine
trifluoride, hydrobromites, sulphur dichloride, dioxygen difluoride, aliphatic amines.
Hazardous decomposition : Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide may form when heated to decomposition.
products
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur.
11 Toxicological information
Toxicity to Animals : Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 5800 mg/kg [Rat].
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 20000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 50100 mg/m3 8 hour(s) [Rat].
Chronic effects on humans : CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. by OSHA, None. by NIOSH. A4 (Not classifiable for
EFFECTS
human or animal.) by ACGIH, D (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by EPA.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. for human.
EFFECTS
Causes damage to the following organs: kidneys, lungs, the nervous system, liver, upper respiratory
tract, skin, eyes.
Other toxic effects on humans : Very hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of eye contact (irritant).
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer).
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Special remarks on toxicity to : No additional remark.
animals
Special remarks on chronic : No additional remark.
effects on humans
Special remarks on other toxic : Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
effects on humans
12 Ecological information
Ecotoxicity : Ecotoxicity in water: 5540 mg/l, 96 hours [Trout]. 5000 mg/l, 24 hours [Goldfish]. 8300 mg/l, 96
hours [Bluegill sunfish]. 2100 mg/l, 24 hours [shrimp]. 10 mg/l, 48 hours [Daphnia].
BOD and COD : BOD5: 1.52 p/p.
BOD: 70.9 % in 28 days, CO2 Evolution Test (Modified Sturm OECD 301B) and the EU C.4-C. (Sasol
in-house results).
Biodegradable/OECD : Biodegradable from OECD.
Mobility : Not available.
Products of degradation : Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation
products may arise. carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Toxicity of the products of : The products of degradation are non-toxic.
biodegradation
Special remarks on the products : No additional remark.
of biodegradation
13 Disposal considerations
Waste information : Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
regulations.
Waste stream : RCRA Hazardous Waste: F003, RQ is 5000 lbs.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
14 Transport information
Packing
Regulatory UN Proper shipping name Class Label Additional
group
information number information
D O T C L A S S 3 : II
DOT UN1090 ACETONE Reportable
Classification Flammable liquid. Quantity
5000 lbs. (2268 kg)
T D G C L A S S 3 : II
TDG UN1090 ACETONE Special Provisions
Classification Flammable liquid. 099 Not
acceptable for
3
transport by
passenger ship.
II
IMDG Class 1090 ACETONE Class 3.1: -
Flammable liquid
3
Class 3: Flammable II
IATA-DGR 1090 ACETONE -
Class liquid.
3
15 Regulatory information
HCS classification : HCS CLASS: Flammable liquid having a flash point lower than 37.8掳C (100掳F).
U.S. Federal regulations : TSCA 5(e) substance consent order: Dimethylketone
TSCA 8(a) IUR: Dimethylketone
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Dimethylketone
TSCA 12(b) one time export: Dimethylketone
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SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: No products were found.
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: No products were
found.
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
State regulations : Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Dimethylketone
Pennsylvania RTK: Dimethylketone: (environmental hazard)
Florida: Dimethylketone
Minnesota: Dimethylketone
Massachusetts RTK: Dimethylketone
New Jersey: Dimethylketone
New Jersey spill list: Dimethylketone
California prop. 65: No products were found.
EU Regulations
:
Hazard symbol(s)
: Highly flammable, Irritant
Classification
: R11- Highly flammable.
Risk phrases
R36- Irritating to eyes.
R66- Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67- Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
: S9- Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Safety phrases
S16- Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
: 200-662-2.
EINECS Number
16 Other information
National Fire
3 Fire Hazard
Protection Association
1 0
(U.S.A.) Health Reactivity
Specific hazard
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Qu茅bec.
-The Sigma-Aldrich Library of Chemical Safety Data, Edition II.
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Reinold, 1987.
- LOLI Database: The regulated Chemicals List of Lists.
- CHEMINFO: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Issue: 97-3 (August, 1997).-
BDH; Hazard Data Disk, Version 3.- CESARS: Chemical Evaluation and Retrieval System, Produced
by: Ontario Ministry of Environment and Michigan Department of Natural Resouces, Issue:97-3
(August, 1997).- TOMES Plus System: Toxicology, Occupational Medicine & Environmental Series:
incorporating:- MEDITEX, HAZARDTEXT, 1st Medical Response Protocols, INFOTEXT, HSDB, CHRIS,
OHM/TADS, IRIS, NIOSH Pocket Guide, RTECS, NJ Fact Sheets, North American Emergency
Response Guides, REPROTEXT, REPROTOX, TERIS, Shepard's Catalog of Teratogenic Agents.
Other special considerations : No additional remark.
Date of printing : 08/05/2002.
: 08/05/2002.
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Date of issue
Date of previous issue : No Previous Validation.
Version :4
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