2-Mercaptoethanol (BME)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H301+H331, H310, H315, H317, H318, H361, H373

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard communication standard 29 CFR : Flammable liquids, Category 4 Acute toxicity, Category 3, Oral Acute toxicity, Category 3, Inhalation Acute toxicity, Category 2, Dermal Skin irritation, Category 2 Serious eye damage, Category 1 Skin sensitization, Category 1 Reproductive toxicity, Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Category 2, Heart, Liver

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H227: Combustible liquid. H301 + H331: Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled. H310: Fatal in contact with skin. H315: Causes skin irritation. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H373: May cause damage to organs (Heart, Liver) through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapor/spray. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P302 + P350 + P310 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 + P311 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity: IARC No ingredient of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC. NTP No ingredient of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.