Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
200-664-3/67-68-5
Name of the chemical
dimethyl sulphoxide
Concentration
>99% <1%
General Information
Version
06
Revision date
2025-10-25
Product name
Phytotitre natural product extract library in dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)
CAS No.
67-68-5
Emergency telephone
+44 (0) 116 326 3802, 0344 892 0111
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Company Information
company name
Caithness Biotechnologies Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
contact@caithnessbiotechnologies.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H315, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Classification of the substance of mixture
Physical hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Health hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Environmental hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met GHS classification Placard Key word GHS hazard phrase Flammable liquids, category 4 None Warning Combustible liquid Serious eye damage / irritation, category 2A Exclamation point Warning Causes serious eye irritation Skin corrosion / irritation, category 2 Exclamation point Warning Causes skin irritation
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid H227 Combustible liquid. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements
P280: Wear protective clothing/gloves/eye protection/face protection. P210: Keep away from heat sparks/open flames/hot surfaces, no smoking. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P362+364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Response
P302+352: IF ON SKIN. Wash with plenty of soap and water. P332+313: If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention. P305+351+338: IF IN EYES. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+313: If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention.
Storage
Please refer to section 7 for storage and section 13 for disposal information.
Potential health effects
Causes skin and serious eye irritation. DMSO has the potential to carry toxic materials or materials of unknown toxicity into body. DMSO is readily absorbed through skin. Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. May cause respiratory system irritation. To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. Target organs: LD50 / LC50 Eyes, reproductive system, kidneys, respiratory system, liver, skin. Pleas refer to section 11.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
No data available.
Other hazards
Allergen advisory This product contains natural extracts that may include materials derived from nuts or seeds. Although present in very small quantities and not intended for ingestion, individuals with severe nut allergies should handle samples with care and appropriate protective equipment
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP classification - Not a hazardous substance according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Physical hazards - Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Health hazards - Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Environmental hazards - Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. GHS classification Placard Key word GHS hazard phrase Flammable liquids, category 4 None Warning Combustible liquid Serious eye damage / irritation, category 2A Exclamation point Warning Causes serious eye irritation Skin corrosion / irritation, category 2 Exclamation point Warning Causes skin irritation