General Information
Revision date
2017-10-01
Product name
BISMUTH SUBCARBONATE, USP
CAS No.
5892-10-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Pharmaceutical agent
supplier name
MEDISCA Inc
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
MEDISCA Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Not applicable
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
HMIS Classification GHS CLASSIFICATION Chronic Aquatic Toxicity (Category 4) PICTOGRAM Not Applicable
Signal word
Not applicable HAZARD STATEMENT(S) May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled AUSTRALIA-ONLY HAZARDS Not applicable
Prevention
Avoid release to the environment. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapors/spray. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapors/spray. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IF SKIN IRRITATION OR RASH OCCURS: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF EXPERIENCING RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS: Call a poison center/doctor.
Storage
Not applicable
Disposal
Dispose of contents and/or container in accordance with local regulations.
Health hazards
1 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0 Personal Protection E
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Chronic Aquatic Toxicity (Category 4) PICTOGRAM Not Applicable SIGNAL WORD Not applicable HAZARD STATEMENT(S) May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. AUSTRALIA-ONLY HAZARDS
