2-Mercaptoethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H310, H315, H317, H318, H361f, H373

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

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 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, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep cool Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Take off contaminated clothing and wash 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 Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

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.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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. Label Elements