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Methyl acetoacetate

General
Name:Acetoacetic acid methyl ester  Butanoic acid, methyl ester  1-Methoxybutane-1,3-dione
CAS #  105-45-3  C5H8O3 
RTECS #  AK5775000
Molecular mass: 116.1 
EC #  607-137-00-0  
 Skin 
 Protective gloves.
 Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Inhalation  Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Sore throat.
 Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
 Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 

 

Eyes  Redness. Pain.
 Safety goggles.
 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. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

STORAGE 
NFPA Code: H2; F2; R0;
Separated from oxidants