| 468 - METHYL N-AMYL KETONE |
Effects of short term exposure
the substance irritates the eyes and the respiratory tract. the substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. exposure far above oel could cause lowering of consciousness. | Effects of long term exposure
the liquid defats the skin. |
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| Hazards | Prevention | Fire Fighting |
| Fire | flammable. | no open flames, no sparks, and no smoking. | afff, alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. |
| Explosion | ve 48°c explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | above 48°c use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | in case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
| Symtoms | Prevention | In case of exposure |
| Inhalation | risk: | a harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°c. | |
| Skin | dry skin. redness. | protective gloves. | remove contaminated clothes. rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
| Eyes | redness. | safety spectacles. | first rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
| Ingestion | do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | rinse mouth. | |
