Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
54-64-8
Name of the chemical
Sodium o-(ethylmercurithio)benzoate
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
200-210-4
Name of the chemical
Thiomersal
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2017-08-31
Product name
Thimerosal, USP
Product Synonyms
sodium salt; ((o-Carboxyphenyl)thio)ethylmercury sodium salt; Sodium ethylmercuric thiosalicylate
CAS No.
54-64-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial, Manufacturing or Laboratory use
Manufacturer Name
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc
Emergency telephone
CHEMTREC - 800-424-9300 or 703-527-3887 (24 Hours/Day, 7 Days/Week
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Company Information
company name
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H300+H310+H330, H373, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H300+H310+H330
Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
Section 2
2.3 Other hazards
Target organ effect, Highly toxic by inhalation, Highly toxic by ingestion, Highly toxic by skin absorption Target Organs: Nerves, Kidneys
Signal word
Danger
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity, Inhalation Category 2 Acute toxicity, Dermal Category 1 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 2 Specific organ toxicity-repeated exposure Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1
Hazard statements
H300+H310+H330 Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P262 do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P362 Take off contaminated clothing. P391 Collect spillage. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Potential health effects
Eyes May cause eye irritation. Inhalation May be fatal if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be fatal if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Ingestion May be fatal if swallowed.
HMIS® ratings
Health 4 Health 4 Flammability 1 Fire 1 Reactivity 0 Reactivity 0 Specific hazard Not Available Personal Not Available
