General Information
Version
8.3
Revision date
2026-06-02
Product name
Saybolt Colour Reference StandardASTM D 6045, D 156 (ASTM colour 12)
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For R&D use only. Not for pharmaceutical, household or other uses
Emergency telephone
+61 2 9037 2994
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Merck Life Science Pty Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
customersupport.anz@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H304, H315, H336, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Flammable liquids Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Specific target organ tox- icity - single exposure Category 3 (Central nervous system)
Aspiration hazard
Category 1 Long-term (chronic) Category 2 aquatic hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H227 Combustible liquid. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H315 Causes skin irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical ad- vice/ attention. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemi- cal or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. 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.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids : Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 2 Specific target organ tox- : Category 3 (Central nervous system) icity - single exposure Aspiration hazard : Category 1 Long-term (chronic) : Category 2 aquatic hazard
