Indomethacin

Hazard statements (CLP)

H300, H317, H360

Code

Statements

H300

Fatal if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the Substance or Mixture Acute Toxicity: Oral, Category 2 Skin Sensitization, Category 1 Toxic To Reproduction, Category 1B

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H300: Fatal if swallowed. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary statements

P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261: Avoid breathing {dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray}. P264: Wash {hands} thoroughly after handling. P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280: Wear {protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection}. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P301+310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P302+352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P308+313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention/advice P330: Rinse mouth. P333+313: If skin irritation or rash occurs, seek medical advice/attention. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage

Please refer to Section 7 for Storage and Section 13 for Disposal information.

Potential health effects

Fatal if swallowed. Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful by inhalation or skin absorption. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause eye, skin, or respiratory system irritation. May damage fertility or the unborn child. To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute Toxicity: Oral, Category 2 Skin Sensitization, Category 1 Toxic To Reproduction, Category 1B