General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Mercaptoacetic acid, sodium salt
Product Synonyms
Thioglycolic acid, sodium salt; Sodium thioglycolate
CAS No.
367-51-1
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
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May be corrosive to metals Toxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin May cause an allergic skin reaction
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Keep only in original packaging Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Spills Absorb spillage to prevent material damage
Storage
Store locked up Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other hazards
Stench.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Label Elements
