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EC/CAS
67-68-5
Name of the chemical
dimethyl sulphoxide
Concentration
>97
General Information
Version
5.1
Revision date
2022-06-17
Product name
DIMETHYL SULFOXIDE
Product Synonyms
M176 Sigma D2650; dimethyl sulfoxide methane, sulfinylbis- Product Code 472301; Dimexide methyl sulfinyl methane; Dipartril- Tropico NSC-763; DMS-70 RIMSO-50; DMS-90 Somipront; Dolicur SQ 9453; Doligur SQ9453; Domoso sulfinyl bis(methane);
Chemical name
dimethyl sulfoxide C2-H6-O-S; (CH3)2-S-O; methyl sulfoxide; methylsulfinylmethane; Deltan Gamasol 90 methyl sulfinyl methane; Demeso Durasorb sulfinyl bis(methane); Demasorb Hyadur sulphinyl bis(methane); Demavet Infiltrina dimethylsulfoxide; Demsodrox
CAS No.
67-68-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
used as a vehicle for topical application of pharmaceuticals. It is also used to protect cells and tissue during cryopreservation and has been used to treat extravasation damage caused by anthracycline-based chemotherapy. DMSO is a polar aprotic solvent
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Company Information
company name
Bio-Strategy Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
salesnz@bio-strategy.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
1272/2008 Classification of the substance or mixture Considered a Hazardous Substance according to the criteria of the New Zealand Hazardous Substances New Organisms legislation. Not regulated for transport of Dangerous Goods Classification [2] Legend: Gazetted by EPA New Zealand Flammable Liquids Category 4, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from CCID EPA NZ; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H227 Combustible liquid. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Supplemental label elements
Not Applicable
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling.
Response
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water spray/fog to extinguish. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
[2] Flammable Liquids Category 4, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from CCID EPA NZ; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No Legend: 1272/2008 - Annex VI Gazetted by EPA New 3.1D, 6.4A Zealand
