TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (2-Mercaptoethanol)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H303, H312, H316, H317, H318, H373, H412

Code

Statements

H303

May be harmful if swallowed

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 5 (HSNO - 6.1E) Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 (HSNO - 6.1D) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 3 (HSNO - 6.3B) Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 (HSNO - 8.3A) Skin sensitisation Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity — repeated exposure Category 2 (HSNO - 6.9B) Acute aquatic toxicity Category 3 (HSNO - 9.1D) Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 (HSNO - 9.1C)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H303 - May be harmful if swallowed H312 - Harmful in contact with skin H316 - Causes mild skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Avoid release to the environment Eyes 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 CENTRE or doctor Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell Take off all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

Precautionary statements

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

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contains animal source material (Cattle)