MSDS

N/A: Not Applicable N/D: Not Determined N/E: Not Established N/R: Not Required Est.: Estimated
R-O Acetone MSDS (11-04-08).doc Page 3 of 6 pages.
Section 7 Handling and Storage
Handling: Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied
containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions
given in the data sheet must be observed. All 5 gallon pails and larger metal containers,
including tank cars and tank trucks should be grounded and/or bonded when material is
transferred. Avoid inhalation of vapors. Remove saturated clothing and flush affected
areas with water. Personal contact should be avoided.
Warning: Sudden release of hot organic chemical vapors or mists from process
equipment operating at elevated temperature and pressure, or sudden ingress of air into
vacuum equipment, may result in ignitions without the presence of obvious ignition
sources. Published "auto-ignition" or "ignition" temperature values cannot be treated as
safe operating temperatures in chemical processes without analysis of the actual process
conditions. Any use of this product in elevated temperature processes should be
thoroughly evaluated to establish and maintain safe operating conditions.
Section 8 Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use in well-ventilated areas. If necessary use mechanical local
exhaust ventilation or general room dilution ventilation to reduce vapor concentrations.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Eye Protection: Prevent eye contact. Wear chemical splash goggles or similar eye
protection if the potential exists for eye contact.
Skin Protection: Prevent skin contact. Wear chemical-resistant flexible-type gloves
(neoprene, PVC, butyl, nitrile or similar). Depending on conditions of use additional protective
equipment may be necessary such as face-shield, apron or coveralls.
Respiratory Protection: None required for normally expected use conditions. If
occupational exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation is experienced, wear an appropriate
NIOSH approved respirator with organic vapor cartridges.
General Hygiene Practices: Wash after handling material. Prevent Eye contact. Avoid
prolonged skin and inhalation contact. Wash thoroughly before handling food, cosmetics, or
before smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse.
Section 9 Physical Data
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid Odor: Characteristic, fragrant, mint-like odor.
Physical State: Liquid pH: N/D