General Information
Version
10
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
2-Mercaptobenzimidazole
Product Synonyms
2-Benzimidazolethiol
CAS No.
583-39-1
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H301, H317, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H301
Toxic if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Response
Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 3 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Thyroid. Label Elements Signal Word
