General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Dacarbazine
Product Synonyms
(Dimethyltriazeno)imidazolecarboxamide; 4-(Dimethyltriazeno)imidazole-5-Carbo; Deticene
CAS No.
4342-03-4
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H312, H315, H319, H335, H350
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H312
Harmful in contact with skin
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear eye/face protection 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 Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
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
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.