General Information
Revision date
2018-12-19
Product name
Azithromycin
Product Synonyms
(2R,3S,4R,5R,8R,10R,11R,12S,13S,14R)-13-[(2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-3-O-methyl-.alpha.-L-ribo-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-2-ethyl-3,4,10-trihydroxy-3,5,6,8,10,12,14-heptamethyl-11-[[3,4,6-trideoxy-3-(dimethylamino)-.beta.-D-xylo-hexopyranosyl]oxy]-1-oxa-6-azacyclopentadecan-15-one; CP62,993; Zithromax®; 3-(dimethylamino)-.beta.-D-xylo-hexopyranosyl]oxy]-1-oxa-6-azacyclopentadecan-15-one; CP
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For research use only, not for human or veterinary use
Emergency telephone
+1 (800)424-9300, +1 (703)527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Cayman Chemical Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H317, H334, H372, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H317
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the Substance or Mixture Respiratory Sensitization, Category 1 Skin Sensitization, Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure), Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Acute), Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic), Category 1
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H372: Causes damage to organs {liver} through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400: Very toxic to aquatic life. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P260: Do not breathe {dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray}. P264: Wash {hands} thoroughly after handling. P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear {protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection}. P285: In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Response
P302+352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P304+340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P314: Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell. P333+313: If skin irritation or rash occurs, seek medical advice/attention. P342+311: If experiencing respiratory symptoms call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P362+364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391: Collect spillage.
Storage
Please refer to Section 7 for Storage and Section 13 for Disposal information.
Potential health effects
Causes damage to organs {liver} through prolonged or repeated exposure. Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. May cause eye, skin, or respiratory system irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Respiratory Sensitization, Category 1 Skin Sensitization, Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure), Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Acute), Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic), Category 1
