Likely to cause
Can cause
May cause
2-Butanone oxime
CAS: 96-29-7
How can this chemical affect my health?
Acute (Short Term) Effects
Toxic to Humans & Animals – Toxicity or fatality on contact, ingestion or inhalation to humans and other mammals.
Skin Irritation – Irritation or serious damage to the skin.
Eye Irritation – Irritation or serious damage to the eyes.
Chronic (Long Term) Effects
Skin Sensitization – Allergic skin reactions.
Brain/Nervous System Harm – Damage to the nervous system including the brain.
Cancer – Increased cancer risk.
Other Health Effects – Can cause serious damage on contact or ingestion.
Inherent Hazards
Flammable – Easily ignited and capable of burning rapidly.
Restricted List – This chemical is on a list from an authoritative body recommending that its use be avoided.
How does this chemical impact the environment?
Persistent – Does not break down readily from natural processes.
Acute Harm to Aquatic Ecosystems – Biological harm or possible death to fish or other aquatic organisms following a single exposure.
Chronic Harm to Aquatic Ecosystems – Irreversible harm to fish or other aquatic organisms following long term exposure.
What safer alternatives are available for this chemical?
Find case studies related to substitutions for this chemical in SubsPORT, the substitution support portal.
How am I likely to be exposed to this chemical?
Ingestion
Skin contact
Eye contact
Inhalation
How can I protect myself from exposure to this chemical in the workplace?
Handle with gloves
Safety eyeware
Protective clothing
Respirator