2-Mercaptoethanol

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 4 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Liver, Heart.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid Fatal in contact with skin Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep cool

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Eyes 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 or doctor/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Other hazards

Stench.