Description
1. Introduction of Vinyl acetate
Vinyl acetate is the main monomer of emulsion polymerization, also known as vinyl acetate, referred to as VAc, structural formula, relative molecular weight of 86.1, colorless flammable liquid, volatile, harmful to the central nervous system, while stimulating the mucous membrane and cause tears.
2. Properties of Vinyl acetate
2.1 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram |   |
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | Highly flammable liquid and vapor |
| Harmful if swallowed | |
| Causes severe eye damage | |
| May cause respiratory irritation | |
| Precautionary statement(s) | Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling |
| Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product | |
| Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area | |
| Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray | |
| Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection | |
| Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – NO Smoking | |
| Keep container tightly closed | |
| Ground/bond container and receiving equipment | |
| Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment | |
| Use only non-sparking tools | |
| Take precautionary measures against static discharge | |
| Response | If skin (or hair) is contaminated: remove all soiled clothing immediately. Wash skin/shower with water. |
| If inhaled: Move the person to fresh air and maintain comfortable breathing position. Call emergency services/doctors if you feel unwell. | |
| If in eyes: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if they are worn and can be easily removed. Continue flushing. | |
| If eye irritation persists: Seek medical attention. | |
| Fire: use dry sand, dry powder or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| Storage | Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep container closed. |
| Keep it cold. | |
| Lock the storage area. | |
| Disposal | Send contents/containers to an approved waste treatment plant for disposal. |
