2-mercaptoethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H315, H317, H318, H331, H373, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Directive 67/548/EEC: In accordance with local and national regulations, The product is classified and labelled in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC. REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008

EU Classification

Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

Signal word

Danger

Health hazards

Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapours Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1 Specific target organ systemic toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2

Physical hazards

not hazardous

Hazard statements

H301 - Toxic if swallowed H331 - Toxic if inhaled Fatal in contact with skin H315 - Causes skin irritation H318 - Causes serious eye damage H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician P262 - Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P260 - Do not breathe dust or mist European Union

R-phrase(s)

R27 - Very toxic in contact with skin R38 - Irritating to skin R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact R48/23/25 - Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

S-phrase(s)

S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S39 - Wear eye/face protection S28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds S46 - If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible) S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes burns. Skin Toxic in contact with skin. Inhalation Irritating to respiratory system. Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Specific effects Carcinogenic effects none Mutagenic effects none Reproductive toxicity none Sensitisation May cause an allergic skin reaction. Target Organ Effects None under normal use conditions