General Information
Revision date
2017-04-02
Product name
Megestryl Acetate
Product Synonyms
Megestryl acetate; Magestin; Megeron; Niagestin; [(8R,9S,10R,13S,14S,17R)-17-Acetyl-6,10,13-trimethyl-3-oxo-2,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-octahydro-1
CAS No.
595-33-5
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Company Information
company name
Cayman Chemical Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H351, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H351
Suspected of causing cancer
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Carcinogenicity, Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure), Category 2
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/vapors/spray}. P280: Wear {protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection}.
Response
P308+313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention/advice P314: Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell.
Storage
Please refer to Section 7 for Storage and Section 13 for Disposal information.
Potential health effects
Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. May cause damage to {organs} through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause eye, skin, or respiratory system irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
