Section 1 : Material Identification

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11. The Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

SECTION 1

MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION


TRADE NAME/MATERIAL NAME                      PRODUCT USE
Acetone                                          Solvent
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OTHER NAMES:
2-propanone; Dimethyl ketone 
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MANUFACTURER'S/SUPPLIER'S NAME
BDH Chemicals Canada Ltd
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ADDRESS
350 Evans Ave.
Toronto, Ontario
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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
255-8521

This section identifies the material by brand name, chemical name, or generic name as well as other names by which the product is known. Identity of the manufacturer and supplier are also listed. The intended use of the product, for which the information supplied is solely applicable, is also given.