General Information
Revision date
2020-03-23
Product name
Megestrol acetate
CAS No.
595-33-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For laboratory research purposes Not for drug or household use
Manufacturer Name
BioVision, Inc
Emergency telephone
OTHER CALLS
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Company Information
company name
BioVision, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H351, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H351
Suspected of causing cancer
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
NFPA Rating Component Description Volume Safety Information Megestrol acetate Solid B2193-100: 100 mg See below B2193-500: 500 mg Megestrol acetate: Emergency Overview
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Carcinogenicity (Category 2), H351 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2), H373
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Health hazards
2 Flammability: 0 2 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0
Physical hazards
0
