General Information
Revision date
2022-08-11
Product name
Papain
Emergency telephone
CHEMTREC Canada 1 (800) 424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
bio-rad medical diagnostics
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
contact.bmd@bio-rad.com, CSD_Techsupport@bio-rad.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell
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
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Harmful to aquatic life. Unknown acute toxicity 67.502 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute inhalation toxicity (dust/mist)