Safety Data Sheet

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Acetone

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL0062

CAS Number 67-64-1

EC Number 200-662-2

EC Index Number 606-001-00-8

Grade For Molecular Biology

HSN Code 29141100

Molecular Formula (CH3)2CO

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Acetone

Catalogue No. AL0062

Product form Substance

CAS Number 67-64-1

EC Number 200-662-2

Grade For Molecular Biology

EC Index Number 606-001-00-8

Chemical Formula (CH3)2CO

HSN Code 29141100

Synonyms 2-Propanone, Dimethyl ketone

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Solvent in molecular biology applications

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Flam. Liq. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 180 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Irritant

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary statements P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264+P265, P271, P280, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P337+P317, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards None identified

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Acetone

CAS No. 67-64-1

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, irritation of eyes and skin.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Flashback along vapor trail may occur.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from heat and open flames.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Fireproof. Keep separated from incompatible materials. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless

Odour Fruity odor

Odour threshold Not determined

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) 3.2

Melting point -94.9 °C

Freezing point -94.7 °C

Boiling point 56.08 °C

Flash point -16.99 °C (1.42 °F) - closed cup

Auto-ignition temperature 869 °F (465 °C)

Decomposition temperature Not determined

Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable liquid

Vapour pressure 231 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 2.0 (Air = 1)

Density 0.7845 g/cu cm at 20 °C

Solubility Miscible with water

Log Pow -0.24

Viscosity, kinematic 0.32 cSt

Viscosity, dynamic 0.32 mPa·s

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits 2.5 - 12.8% (v/v) in air

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Reacts violently with strong oxidizing agents.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Contact with strong oxidants such as acetic acid, nitric acid and hydrogen peroxide generates explosive peroxides. Reacts with chloroform and bromoform under basic conditions. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizers, acids, bases, and halogens.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Not specified

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 10.7 mLkg (=8450 mgkg bw); LD50 Rat oral 9800 mg/kg bw; LD50 Rat oral 5800 mg/kg bw

Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1090

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1090

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1090

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1090

UN-No. (RID) UN 1090

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Acetone

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Acetone

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Acetone

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Acetone

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Acetone

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 3

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) II

Packing group (IMDG) II

Packing group (IATA) II

Packing group (ADN) II

Packing group (RID) II

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.