Beta-mercaptoethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

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

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable Label elements

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements Toxic if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child 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 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 Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors and spray 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, vapors and spray Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection 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 POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse 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 POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or 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 and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.

Further information

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

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable.