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Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone

CAS 541-85-5
EC 208-793-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone
Product Form
Substance
Chemical Name
5-Methylheptan-3-one
Synonyms
Ethyl isoamyl ketone

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
541-85-5 Check regulations →
EC Number
208-793-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Solvents

Manufacturers & Suppliers

N

NOVASOL S.A.

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Mechelse Steenweg 455 1950 Kraainem - Belgium

+32-2-76970-70

Emergency Contacts

Brandweerinformatiecentrum voor gevaarlijke stoffen (B.I.G.)

+32 14 58 45 45

EN, DE, FR, NL

National Health Service (NHS)

111

24 hour national number consumer

National Health Service (NHS)

0845 46 47

Emergency Contact

999

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P261 Avoid breathing mist, vapours, spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves, eye protection.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER, a doctor if you feel unwell.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
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First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or a doctor if you feel unwell.

Symptoms: May cause respiratory irritation.

Skin contact

Rinse skin with water/shower. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Symptoms: Irritation.

Eye contact

Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Symptoms: Eye irritation.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth out with water. Drink plenty of water. Do not give an unconscious person anything to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Vomiting: prevent asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia. Call a doctor.

Immediate Medical Attention

Treat symptomatically.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

Related Substances

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure good ventilation of the work station.

Hands

Chemically resistant protective gloves. EN 374. Please follow the instructions related to the permeability and the penetration time provided by the manufacturer. Choosing the proper glove is a decision that depends not only on the type of material, but also on other quality features, which differ for each manufacturer. Gloves must be replaced after each use and whenever signs of wear or perforation appear. Do not use : Chloroprene rubber, Natural rubber, Nitrile rubber, Fluoroelastomer (FKM), Butyl rubber, Polyvinylchloride (PVC). Recommended glove material: Glove (three-ply) PE/EVAL/PE (PE=Polyethylene; EVAL=Ethylene-vinylalcohol-copolymer) with permeation 6 (> 480 minutes).

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Filter A (colour code: brown). In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Skin/Body

Wear suitable protective clothing

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

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Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Vapor Pressure
270 Pa (25 C)
Molecular Weight
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0.848 mPa.s (20 C; (OECD 114 method))
Voc Content
---
Partition Coefficient
1.98 (25 C)
Solidification Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Flash Point
43 C (closed cup)
Solubility
Water: 1.92 g/l (19,9 C)
Boiling Point
159 C (1013 hPa)
Relative Density
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
0.9 vol %
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State
Liquid
Colour Intensity
---
Cloud Point
---
Bulk Density
---
Appearance
---
Melting Point
-57 C
Colour
colourless.
Physical State Data
liquid
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Density
0.822 g/cm (20 C)
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature
413 C (98 675 Pa; Test method EU A.15)
Solubility In Water
1.92 g/l (19,9 C)
Crystallisation Point
---
Form
---
Softening Point
---
Properties Status
---
Upper Explosive Limit
48 vol %
Ph
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
No data available
Flammability
Not applicable
Evaporation Rate
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Freezing Point
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Odor
Fruity. Pungent.
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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
2271
Shipping Name
ETHYL AMYL KETONE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
ADR

No supplementary information available

IMDG

No supplementary information available

IATA

No supplementary information available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone known by?

Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone is also known as: Ethyl isoamyl ketone

What is the hazard signal word for Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone?

Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone is a liquid with colourless. color. It has fruity. pungent. odor.

What is the solubility of Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone?

Water: 1.92 g/l (19,9 C)

What is Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone used for?

Solvents

What are the hazard statements for Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Ethyl Isoamyl Ketone?

The melting point is -57 C and the boiling point is 159 C (1013 hPa).

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