General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2016-10-27
Product name
Thiophenol
Product Synonyms
Phenyl mercaptan; Benzenethiol
CAS No.
108-98-5
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 5...
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific UK
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H315, H319, H335, H361, H371, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable liquid and vapor Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Fatal if swallowed, 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 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 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Wear eye/face protection Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Keep cool Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower 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 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 with long lasting effects
Other hazards
Stench.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute oral toxicity Category 2 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS). Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Liver, Kidney, spleen.