| INTRODUCTIONÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Download AKPA Safety Standarts as PDF Â Â This manual has been written as a quick guide on the proper handling and storage procedures of Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide and Initiators.
In order to protect specific hazards of each product handled please consult all relevant Material Safety Data Sheets.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES In case of fire - please contact fire department immediately.
Class B extinguishers can be used for small fires. Please evacuate the area and apply water from a safe distance if there is a large fire.
In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 10 - 15 minutes and please urgently contact with a doctor.
In a mouth ingestion manner, call a physician immediately. It could be harmful or fatal if swallowed. In case of accidental swallowing administer water in small sips charcoal tablets in addition.
If peroxide is spilled, absorb with inert material. Vermiculite or clean sand immediately and destroy in accordance with local regulations.
Do not add any promoters to MEKP, such as cobolt naphthenate or dimethylaniline.
HANDLING Please avoid any contact of the material with the skin, eyes or clothing. Safety glasses and protective gloves must be worn. Ketone Peroxides must be kept away from all sources of heat and ignition such as cigarettes, radiators, steam pipes and open flames. Bring only required amount of Ketone Peroxides to the working area. Avoid contamination with combustible materials strong oxidizing or reducing agents and accelerators (promoters) used for curing polyester and vinyl ester resins. Handle with care. Avoid rough handling, spilling and splashes. Next > | 
