2-Mercaptoethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H301, H310, H315, H317, H318, H331, H373

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Flammable liquids Category 4 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable Label elements 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 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Combustible liquid Appearance Liquid Physical state Liquid Odor Sulfurous Precautionary Statements - Prevention 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 Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Precautionary Statements - Response 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 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 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Precautionary Statements - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable

Further information

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Flammable liquids Category 4 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable Label elements