SAFETY DATA SHEET

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Identifier and Other Means of Identification

Product Name: Acetone
Chemical Name 2: 2-Propanone, Dimethyl ketone, Propanone
SDS Code: 434
Related Part #: 434-1L, 434-4L

Recommended Use and Restriction on Use

Use: Solvent
Uses Advised Against: Not applicable

Details of Manufacturer or Importer

Manufacturer: Fax: +1-800-123-7891
ABC Chemicals 1234 1st Street Email: general@[Link]
Toronto, Ontario A1B 2C3 CANADA Web: [Link]
Phone:+1-800-123-4567 Email (Competent Person): sds@[Link]

Emergency Phone Number

For hazardous material incidents ONLY—leaks, spills, fires, exposures or accidents USA or CANADA: Call
CHEMTREC: +1-800-321-1234
For emergencies involving dangerous goods; Collect 24 / 7 CANADA: Call CANUTEC: +1-613-996-6666 or *666
on cellular phones

Section 2: Hazard(s) Identification

Classification of Hazardous Chemical

GHS Categories
Criteria Category Signal Word Pictograms
Flammable liquid 2 Danger Flame
Eye irritation 2 Warning Exclaimation
Specific target organ toxicity 3 Warning Exclaimation
single exposure
Label Elements
Signal Word:
DANGER

Pictograms Hazard Statements:

H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

H319: Causes serious eye irritation

H336: May cause drowsiness and dizziness

Prevention Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat / sparks / open flames / hot surfaces. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 + P243 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures
against static discharge.
P261 + P271 Avoid breathing mist / vapors / spray. Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection

Response Precautionary Statements

P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, chemical foam, or water spray to extinguish.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice / attention.
P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON
CENTRE / doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage Precautionary Statements

P403 + P235 Store in well ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405 Store locked up
Disposal Precautionary Statements
P501 Dispose of contents / container in accordance to local, regional, international regulations.

Hazards Not Otherwise Classified

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

Section 3: Composition / Information on Ingredients

CAS#: 67-64-1
Chemical Name: Acetone

WT%: 100%

Section 4: First Aid Measures

IF ON SKIN (or hair)

GHS Code P302 + P352, P362, P332 + P313
Immediate Symptoms dry skin
Response Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.

IF IN EYES
GHS Code P303 +P351 + P338, P337 + P313
Immediate Symptoms redness, severe irritation, pain
Response Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice / attention

IF INHALED
GHS Code P304 + P 340, P312
Immediate Symptoms drowsiness, dizziness, cough, sore throat, unconsciousness
Response Remove person to fresh air (out of the contaminated zone) and keep comfortable for
breathing.
If feeling unwell: Call a POISON CENTRE / doctor

IF SWALLOWED
GHS Code P301 + P331 + P330, P313
Immediate Symptoms irritation, mouth and throat dryness, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting,
headaches, unconsciousness
Response Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Get medical advice.
Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures
Auto-ignition temperature 465 °C [869 °F]
Flash Point -17 °C [1.4 °F]
LFL [LEL] 2.5% (v)
UFL [UEL] 12.8% (v)

In case of fire P370 + P378

Response Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, chemical foam, or water spray to extinguish. Use water
spray to cool containers.
Specific Hazards Vapors may accumulate in low-lying areas.
Vapors may travel long distances and ignite at an ignition source, which can cause a
flashback or an explosion.

Combustion Products Produces carbon oxides (CO, CO2), and toxic combustion gases.
Fire-fighter Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full fire-fighting turn-out gear.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Personal Protection See personal protection recommendations in Section 8.
Precautions for Response Avoid breathing the mist / spray / vapors. Remove all sources of ignition.
For large spills, evacuate unnecessary and unprotected personnel. Ensure adequate
ventilation.
Environmental Precautions Prevent spill from entering drains and waterways.
Containment Methods Contain with inert absorbent (such as, soil, sand, vermiculite).
Cleaning Methods Collect the liquid in a sealable, solvent-resistant container with an electrically protected
vacuum cleaner, chemical absorbent, or chemical spill pad.
RECOMMENDATION: Use a grounded stainless steel or carbon steel container, not
plastic containers.
Disposal Methods Dispose of spill waste according to Section 13.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Prevention Keep away from heat / sparks / open flames / hot surfaces. No smoking. Ground and bond
container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical / ventilating / lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures
against static discharge.
Avoid breathing vapors / mist. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
Handling Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Wear protective gloves / clothing / eye protection.
Storage Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep cool.
Store locked up.

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Routes of Entry Eyes, ingestion, inhalation, skin

Substances with Occupational Exposure Limit Values

ACETONE
Country Long Term Exposure Limits (PEL) Short Term Exposure Limits (STEL)
ACGIH 500 ppm 750 ppm
USA OSHA PEL 1000 ppm not established
Canada AB 500 ppm 750 ppm
Canada BC 250 ppm 500 ppm
Canada ON 500 ppm 750 ppm
Canada QC 750 ppm 1000 ppm
Note: The ACGIH1, OSHA (Table Z-1), and Canadian provinces exposure limits were consulted.
Limits from by RTECS database of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS a
data from suppliers’ SDS were also consulted. Short term exposure limits (STEL) are for 15 min and long
term permissible exposure limits (PEL) for 8h.
Engineering Controls
Ventilation Keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eye protection Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles.
RECOMMENDATION: Use safety glasses with lateral protection (side shields).
Skin Protection For likely contacts, use of protective butyl rubber, fluorinated rubber, or other chemically
resistant gloves.
For incidental contacts, use neoprene, natural latex rubber, or other chemically resistant
gloves.
Respiratory Protection For over-exposures up to 10 x OEL of mist / vapors / spray, wear respirator such as a
half-mask respirator with organic vapor cartridges resistant to oils.
Above 10 x OEL, use a positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator or a self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Recommendation: Consult your local safety supply store to ensure your respirator has
filter cartridges appropriate for the ingredients listed in section 3 of this SDS, and that the
respirator is fitted to the employee by a professional.
General Hygiene Considerations
Wash hands thoroughly with water and soap after handling

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State Liquid
Appearance Clear
Odor Ketone-like, nail polish remover
Odor Threshold ~5 ppm
pH Not available
Freezing / Melting Point -95 °C [-138 °F]
Boiling Point 56 °C [133 °F]
Flash Point -17 °C [1.4 °F]
Evaporation Rate 6.3 (ButAc =1)
Flammability (solid, gas) Not available
Lower Flammability Limit 2.5%
Upper Flammability Limit 12.8%
Vapor Pressure at 20 °C 243 hPa [182 mmHg]
Vapor Density 2.01 (Air =1)
Specific Gravity at 25 °C 0.79
Solubility in water Soluble
Partition Coefficient Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature 465 °C [869 °F]
Decomposition Temperature Not available
Viscosity at 40 °C <<20.5 mm2 / s
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity Not available.
Chemical Stability Chemically stable at normal temperatures and pressures
Conditions to Avoid Ignition sources, excessive heat, and incompatible substances.
Vapors may form explosive mixture with air.
Incompatibilities Phosphorous oxychloride, strong oxidizing agents, strong bases
Polymerization Will not occur
Decomposition Will not decompose under normal conditions. For thermal decomposition, see
combustion products in Section 5

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Exposure
Eyes, ingestion, inhalation, skin

Symptoms Summary
Eyes Causes redness, serious eye irritation, pain.
Skin May cause skin dryness.
Inhalation May cause drowsiness, dizziness, cough, sore throat, and unconsciousness.
Ingestion May cause irritation, mouth and throat dryness, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting,
headaches, and unconsciousness.
Chronic Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause skin dryness and cracking, defat skin, local
redness and discomfort.
Long term exposure may affect the central nervous system, kidneys, and liver.

Acute Toxicity (Lethal Exposure Concentrations)

Chemical Name acetone
LD50 oral 5800 mg/kg (Rat)
LD50 dermal 20 mL/kg (Rabbit [Supplier Value])
LC50 inhalation 16000 ppm (6h Rat)
TCLo inhalation 5000 ppm (3d Rat)
Note: Representative toxicity data from by RTECS database of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and
Safety (CCOHS).2 Data from supplier (M)SDS were also consulted.
Other Toxicological Effects
Skin corrosion / irritation Causes mild skin irritation based on Draize tests on animals.
Serious eye damage / irritation Causes severe eye irritation based on Draize tests on animals.
Sensitization (allergic reactions) No data available
Carcinogenicity (risk of cancer) Not classified or listed as a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, CA
Prop 65, or NTP.
Mutagenicity (risk of heritable genetic effects) No data available
Reproductive Toxicity (risk to sex functions) No data available
Teratogenicity (risk of fetus malformation) No data available
STOT-single exposure Acetone can affect the central nervous system by inhalation
causing drowsiness or dizziness.
STOT-repeated exposure No data available
Aspiration hazard Does not contain ingredients categorized as aspiration hazards

Section 12: Ecological Information

The IMDG Code criteria and the raw-material (M)SDS along with supporting data for the classification of registered
substances from the European Chemical Agency database ( [Link] were used.
Acetone is not classifiable as an environmental toxicant (with minimal LC50 96 h of 5 540 mg / L for Oncorhynchus
mykiss (rainbow trout); EC50 48 h 13 500 mg / L Daphnia magna (water flea)).
The mixture is not classified as an environmental hazard under GHS thresholds.

Acute Ecotoxicity
Does not meet classification criteria

Chronic Ecotoxicity
No data available

Biodegradability
This product is biodegradable and will not bioaccumulate.

Other Effects
VOC (EPA, WHIMS) = 0% (0 g / L) by VOC-Exemption
*VOC = Regulated Volatile Organic Content
Section 13: Disposal Information
Dispose of contents in accordance with all local, regional, national, and international regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

Ground
Refer to TDG Regulations (Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations); USA CFR 49 Regulations
(Parts 100 to 185).

Sizes 1 L and under Sizes greater than 1 L

Limited Quantity UN number: UN1090
Shipping Name: Acetone
Class: 3
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: No
Flash Point: -17 °C [1.4 °F]

Air
Refer to ICAO-IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations

Size up to 5 L (passenger) or 60 L (cargo)

UN number: UN1090
Shipping Name: Acetone
Class: 3
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: No
Flash Point: -17 °C [1.4 °F]

Sea
Refer to IMDG regulations

Sizes 1 L and under Sizes greater than 1 L

Limited Quantity UN number: UN1090
Shipping Name: Acetone
Class: 3
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: No
Flash Point: -17 °C [1.4 °F]
Section 15: Regulatory Information

Canada
Domestic Substance List (DSL) / Non-Domestic Substance Lists (NDSL)
All hazardous ingredients are listed on the DSL / NDSL.

Industry and Science Canada

ABC Labels products intended for the workplace to conform to WHMIS labelling regulations. Product identification, net
quantity declaration, minimum printing type, size heights, and packaging of this product are in compliance.

Health Canada
Products produced by ABC Chemicals intended for retail display conform to the Canadian Consumer Labelling
Regulations.

USA
CAA
(Clean Air Act, USA)
This product does not contain any class 1 ozone depleting substances.
This product does not contain any class 2 ozone depleting substances.
This product does not contain any substances listed as hazardous air pollutants.

EPCRA
(Emergency Planning and Right to Know Act, USA, 40 CFR 372.45)
This product contains acetone (CAS# 78-93-3, reportable quantity = 5000 lb), which can be subject to the CERCLA
reporting requirements.

TSCA
(Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976, USA)
All substances are TSCA listed.
California Proposition 65 (Chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity, Sept 2, 2011 revision, USA).
This product does not contain any of the listed substances.

Europe
RoHS
This product does not contain any lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB’s, or PBDE’s, and complies with
European RoHS regulations.

WEEE
This product is not a piece of electrical or electronics equipment, and is therefore not governed by this regulation.
Section 16: Other Information
SDS Prepared by John Smith
Date of Revision 16 February 20xx
Supersedes 20 June 20xx
References
1) ACGIH 2013 TLVs and BEIs: Based on the documentation of the threshold limit values for chemical substances and
physical agents & biological exposure indices, American Conference of Governmental of Industrial Hygienist Cincinnati,
OH (2013).
2) All toxicological data were checked against the RTECS (Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances®)
3) Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) Fifth revised edition, United Nations,
2013

Abbreviations
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (USA)
GHS Globally Harmonized System of Classification of Labelling of Chemicals
LC50 Lethal Concentration 50%
LCLo Lowest published lethal concentration
LD50 Lethal Dose 50%
OEL Occupational Exposure Limit
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
STEL Short-Term Exposure Limit
TCLo Lowest published toxic concentration
TWA Time Weighted Average
VOC Volatile Organic Content

Technical Queries
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