Important Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP) Safety Information
Important Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP) Safety Information
MEKP is among the more hazardous materials found in commercial channels. Proper handling of the “unstable (reactive)” chemicals presents a serious challenge to the plastics industry. The highly reactive property which makes MEKP valuable to the plastics industry in producing the curing reaction of polyester resins and
Workers must be thoroughly informed of the hazards that may result from improper handling of MEKP, especially in regard to contamination and heat. They must be thoroughly instructed regarding the proper storage, use and dis- posal of MEKP and other hazardous materials used in the laminating operation.
MEKP is flammable and potentially explosive, as well as potentially damaging to the eyes and skin.
Read material manufacturer’s warnings and material MSDS to know specific hazards and precautions related to MEKP.
Contaminated MEKP can become explosive. Prevent contamination of MEKP with other materials, including but not limited to polyester overspray, polymerization accelerators and promoters, and
Heat applied to MEKP, or heat
Store MEKP in a cool, dry and
Current catalysts are premixed and do not require any diluents. Graco strongly recommends that diluents not be used. Diluents add to the possibility of contaminates entering the catalyst system. Never dilute MEKP with acetone or any solvent since this can produce an extremely
Use only original equipment or equivalent parts from Graco in the catalyst system (i.e.: hoses, fittings, etc.) because a hazardous chemical reaction may result between substituted parts and MEKP.
To prevent contact with MEKP, appropriate personal protective equipment, including chemically impermeable gloves, boots, aprons and goggles are required for everyone in the work area.
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