DIMETHYL SULFOXIDE (DMSO)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H315, H319

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Combustible liquid Skin Irritation (Category 2) Eye irritation (Category 2)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H227 Combustible liquid. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Precautionary P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301 + IF SWALLOWED: Get immediate medical advise/attention. P315 P302 + IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap. P352 P305 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact P351 + lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P338 P321 Specific treatment (See other relevant information on this SDS) 1 P337 + If eye irritation persists: Get medical advise/attention. P313 P362 Take off contaminated clothing. P403 + Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool. P235 P501 Dispose of contents / container in accordance with local / national regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Inhalation: High vapour concentrations may cause headache, dizziness and sedation. Eyes: Causes serious eye irritation. Skin: Stinging and burning of the skin as well as rashes and vesicles have been seen. A heat reaction may occur if applied to wet skin. Avoid contact with DMSO solutions containing toxic material or materials whose toxicological properties are not known. DMSO easily penetrates the skin and may enhance the rate of skin absorption of skin-permeable substances. Ingestion: A low ingestion hazard.