General Information
Revision date
2007-01-23
Product name
Cy5 NHS ester, 5 mg
supplier name
GE Healthcare UK Ltd
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Company Information
company name
GE Healthcare UK Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard ( 29 CFR 1910. 1200 ) Physical state Solid. Odor Odorless. OSHA/HCS status This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Emergency overview WARNING! HARMFUL IF INHALED. MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC RESPIRATORY AND SKIN REACTION. MAY BE HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN OR IF SWALLOWED. Harmful by inhalation. May be harmful if absorbed through skin or if swallowed. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Wash thoroughly after handling. Routes of entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes No known significant effects or critical hazards. Skin Harmful in contact with skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Inhalation Toxic by inhalation. May cause sensitization by inhalation. Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects may be delayed following exposure. Ingestion Harmful if swallowed.
Potential chronic health
effects Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when subsequently exposed to very low levels. Carcinogenicity No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenic Effects
No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects No known significant effects or critical hazards. Inhalation Adverse symptoms may include the following: wheezing and breathing difficulties asthma Ingestion No specific data. Skin Adverse symptoms may include the following: irritation redness Eyes No specific data.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing respiratory and skin disorders may be aggravated by over-exposure to this product. over-exposure See toxicological information (section 11)
