Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
87-86-5
Name of the chemical
Pentachlorophenol (PCP),1
Concentration
>= 80 - <= 100
General Information
Version
6.16
Revision date
2026-07-10
Product name
Pentachlorophenol
CAS No.
87-86-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H301+H311, H315, H319, H330, H335, H351, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H301+H311
Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 1 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P284 Wear respiratory protection.
Response
P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P302 + P352 + P312 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P361 + P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 3 Acute toxicity : Category 2 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 3 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Specific target organ : Category 3 (Respiratory system) toxicity - single exposure Short-term (acute) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Other hazards