General Information
Revision date
2017-05-25
Product name
Benzyltrimethylammonium chloride
Product Synonyms
BTMAC
CAS No.
56-93-9
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Combustible dust Yes
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May form combustible dust concentrations in air Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
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 if you feel unwell Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth
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
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects