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2-Butanone oxime

CAS: 96-29-7

How can this chemical affect my health?

Acute (Short Term) Effects

Toxic To Humans & Animals, priority yellow
Toxic to Humans & Animals – Toxicity or fatality on contact, ingestion or inhalation to humans and other mammals.
Skin Irritation, priority yellow
Skin Irritation – Irritation or serious damage to the skin.
Eye Irritation, priority orange
Eye Irritation – Irritation or serious damage to the eyes.

Chronic (Long Term) Effects

Skin Sensitization, priority yellow
Skin Sensitization – Allergic skin reactions.
Brain/nervous System Harm, priority yellow
Brain/Nervous System Harm – Damage to the nervous system including the brain.
Cancer, priority red
Cancer – Increased cancer risk.
Other Health Effects, priority orange
Other Health Effects – Can cause serious damage on contact or ingestion.

Inherent Hazards

Flammable, priority yellow
Flammable – Easily ignited and capable of burning rapidly.
Restricted List, priority blue
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, priority red
Persistent – Does not break down readily from natural processes.
Acute Harm To Aquatic Ecosystems, priority yellow
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, priority yellow
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?

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How am I likely to be exposed to this chemical?

Toxic if swallowed
Ingestion
Harmful in contact with skin
Skin contact
Causes serious eye damage
Eye contact
May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Inhalation

How can I protect myself from exposure to this chemical in the workplace?

gloves
Handle with gloves
glasses
Safety eyeware
suit
Protective clothing
respirator
Respirator