Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
14-25
General Information
Revision date
2025-02-13
Product name
ThinPrep Cytolyt Solution A methanol based, buffered preservative solution used to support cells during transport
supplier name
Hologic Japan, Inc
Manufacturer Name
Hologic Inc
Emergency telephone
+81 3-4520-9637, 1-800-424-9300, 1-703-741-5970
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Company Information
company name
Hologic Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sds@hologic.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H315, H319, H360, H370
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Label elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard statements H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H370 - Causes damage to organs H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child Precautionary Statements - Prevention Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep container tightly closed Take precautionary measures against static discharge ERG Code IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction Precautionary Statements - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal • Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local regulations
Further information
Not applicable.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
