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General Information
Product name
Lactic acid
CAS No.
50-21-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Use as laboratory reagent Scientific research and development
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Company Information
company name
Life Technologies Corporation
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H318
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
Signal word
Danger
Health hazards
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
Physical hazards
Not Hazardous
Hazard statements
H315 - Causes skin irritation H318 - Causes serious eye damage
Prevention
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Response
P305 - IF IN EYES: P351 - Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician
Storage
Not applicable
Disposal
Not applicable
Potential health effects
eyes Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness. Skin Irritating to skin. Inhalation May cause irritation of respiratory tract. INGESTION May be harmful if swallowed. Specific effects Carcinogenic effects None. Mutagenic effects None. Reproductive toxicity None. Sensitisation None.
