Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
68-12-2
Name of the chemical
Dimethyl formamide; N,N-dimethylformamide (DMFa)
Concentration
>99-<=100
General Information
Revision date
2026-05-16
Product name
Dimethylformamide (DMF); 50 mL
CAS No.
68-12-2
Manufacturer Name
Life Technologies New Zealand Limited
Emergency telephone
+(64)-98010034
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Company Information
company name
Life Technologies New Zealand Limited
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H312, H319, H360
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 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Label elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard statements Flammable liquid and vapour Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child Precautionary Statements - Prevention Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors and spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/.? Precautionary Statements - Response IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) 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 Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell Take off all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell Fire In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Precautionary Statements - Storage Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
May be harmful if swallowed.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity