Beta-mercaptoethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H310, H315, H317, H318, H331, H361, H373

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 - (H301) Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 - (H310) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 - (H331) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 - (H315) Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 - (H318) Skin sensitisation Category 1A - (H317) Reproductive toxicity Category 2 - (H361) Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 - (H373) Label elements Skull and crossbones

Health hazards

Corrosion

Signal word

DANGER Hazard statements H301 - Toxic if swallowed H310 - Fatal in contact with skin H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H331 - Toxic if inhaled H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Precautionary Statements - Prevention Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Precautionary Statements - Response IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Immediately call a doctor Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before re-use Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a doctor Rinse mouth Precautionary Statements - Storage Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Very toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 3 - (H301) Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 - (H310) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 - (H331) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 - (H315) Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 - (H318) Skin sensitisation Category 1A - (H317) Reproductive toxicity Category 2 - (H361) Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 - (H373)