General Information
Version
3.2
Revision date
2025-12-08
Product name
Cefalexin Formulation
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Veterinary product
supplier name
Merck & Co., Inc
Emergency telephone
1-908-423-6000
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Merck & Co., Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
EHSDATASTEWARD@merck.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H334, H335, H361f, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H334
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing diffi- culties if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H361f Suspected of damaging fertility. H373 May cause damage to organs (Kidney, Adrenal gland, Blood, Gastrointestinal tract) through prolonged or repeated
Prevention
Precautionary Statements P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapors. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protec- tion.
Response
P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a doctor if you feel unwell. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a doc- tor.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Respiratory sensitization : Category 1 Reproductive toxicity : Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity : Category 3 - single exposure Specific target organ toxicity : Category 2 (Kidney, Adrenal gland, Blood, Gastrointestinal tract) - repeated exposure Other hazards