K&H SURFACE
TECHNOLOGIES
PTY. LTD.
Excellence in Chemical Solutions
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
K&H ACETONE
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
COMPANY DETAILS
Company: K & H Surface Technologies Pty Ltd.
ACN: 004 510 918
Address: 105 South Gippsland Highway, Dandenong, Victoria, and Australia 3195.
Telephone: (03) 9792 5927. Fax: (03) 9794 5633.
Emergency Telephone Number: Business hours (03) 9792 5927. After hours (03) 5974 2727.
Ask for the Technical Manager.
IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: K&H ACETONE
OTHER NAMES: Dimethyl ketone, Ketone propane, 2-Propanone
CORRECT SHIPPING NAME: Acetone
MANUFACTURER鈥橲 PRODUCT CODE: A500, A125
UN NUMBER 1090
HAZCHEM CODE: 2[Y]E
DANGEROUS GOODS CLASS/SUBSIDARY Class 3
RISK:
POISON SCHEDULE NUMBER: S5
USE: Chemical cleaner &solvent.-
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Clear colourless liquid
VAPOUR PRESSURE (Pa or mmHg @ 20掳C): Not available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.791
FLASH POINT (掳C): -18掳C
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS (%): LEL: 3.00%V/V: UEL: 13.00%V/V
SOLUBILITY IN WATER (g/L): Miscible
None available
OTHER PROPERTIES:
INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL ENTITY CAS No. PROPORTIONS
Acetone 67-64-1 >99%
DATE OF ISSUE:2nd Feb.2004
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TECHNOLOGIES
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Excellence in Chemical Solutions
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
K&H ACETONE
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE
SWALLOWED May produce abdominal pain, nausea. Aspiration into lungs can produce
severe lung damage and is a medical emergency. Other symptoms
expected to parallel inhalation.
EYE Vapours are irritating to eyes. Splashes can produce painful irritation and
eye damage.
SKIN Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness itching and pain.
May be absorbed through the skin with possible systemic effects.
INHALED 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.
CHRONIC Prolonged skin contact may defat the skin and produce dermatitis.
Chronic exposure may cause central nervous system effects.
FIRST AID:
SWALLOWED If swallowed, give a glass of water. Do not induce vomiting. Lean victim
forward to reduce the risk of aspiration. Never give drink to unconscious
person. Seek medical advice. For further advice call Poisons Information
Centre.
EYE Hold eyes open & flood with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek
immediate medical advice.
SKIN Remove contaminated clothing and wash area with soap and water. Seek
medical aid if irritation occurs.
INHALED Remove person to fresh air. Lay patient down and keep warm. If
breathing is shallow, apply oxygen and seek medical aid.
FIRST AID FACILITIES Where bodily contact may occur, an eye wash station & safety shower or
supply of clean water should be readily available.
ADVICE TO DOCTOR Treat symptomatically.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
EXPOSURE STANDARDS
TWA STEL
3 3
ppm mg/m ppm mg/m
Acetone 500 1185 1000 2375
ENGINEERING CONTROLS Use in well ventilated area. Take precautionary measures against static
discharges Refer to AS1940- The storage & handling of flammable and
combustible liquids and AS2430 Explosive gas atmospheres for further
information concerning ventilation requirements.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATOR TYPE: For conditions of use where exposure to the substance is apparent,
consult an industrial hygienist. For emergencies or instances where
exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive pressure, air
supplied respirator. WARNING: Air purifying respirators do not protect
workers in oxygen deficient atmospheres.
GLOVE TYPE: Wear PVC or Nitrile gloves.
EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical goggles or face shield if there is a risk of splashing or eye
contact.
CLOTHING: Overalls and safety boots are recommended.
FLAMMABILITY
FIRE HAZARDS: Flammable. Fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Vapours can
flow along surfaces to distant ignition source and flash back. Contact
with strong oxidisers may cause fire. Sensitive to static discharge.
SOURCES OF IGNITION ADVICE: Avoid all sources of ignition.
HAZCHEM CODE: 2 [Y]E
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT: Store in a cool dry area away from direct sunlight, heat, sparks and open
flames Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Keep
containers securely sealed. Store away from food items and oxidizing
agents. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since
they retain product residues (vapours, liquid). Classified as Dangerous
goods Class 3, must be stored and transported in accordance with
appropriate state, federal and territory regulations.
SPILLS AND DISPOSAL: Wear personal protective clothing as recommended above. Remove all
ignition sources and ventilate area. Contain the spill with sand, earth or
inert material. Place in a suitable inert container for waste disposal.
Dispose of in accordance with relevant local regulations. Do not empty
in drains.
HAZARDS OF USE & STORAGE Highly flammable. Explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
LIST OF DANGEROUS Combustion products include oxides of carbon.
COMPOSITION OR COMBUSTION
PRODUCTS
FIRE FIGHTING Fire 鈥揻ighters and others exposed to the products of combustion should
RECOMMENDATION wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent spillage from entering
drains and watercourses. Cool fire exposed containers with water spray.
If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
TYPES OF EXTINGUISHER / FIRE Use foam, dry chemical and carbon dioxide extinguishers Water spray or
FIGHTING AGENTS: fog to be used for large fires only.
PRECAUTION:
REACTIVITY: None available.
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TECHNOLOGIES
PTY. LTD.
Excellence in Chemical Solutions
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
K&H ACETONE
OTHER INFORMATION
None available
CONTACT POINT
Title: Technical Manager
Telephone Number: (03) 9792 5927 (Business hours 8-30 am-5.00pm Mon- Fri)
Emergency Telephone: After hours (03) 59742727
K&H pursues a policy of ongoing research & development aimed at product improvement and therefore may change the
formulation, specification & characteristics of the product without notice. It is user鈥檚 responsibility to verify the current
formulation, specification & characteristics of the product and to ascertain that it is suitable for an intended use or application.
All information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet and the health, safety and environmental information are considered
to be accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the issue date specified above. However, no warranty or representation,
expressed or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the data and information contained in this data sheet.
Health and safety precautions and environmental advice noted in this data sheet may not be accurate for all individuals and/or
situations. It is the user鈥檚 obligation to evaluate and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
K&H Surface Technologies Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any injury, loss or damage, resulting from abnormal use of the
material, from any failure to adhere to recommendations, or from any hazards inherent in the nature of the material.
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