General Information
Version
8.7
Revision date
2024-07-01
Product name
2,5-Di-tert-butylhydroquinone for synthesis
CAS No.
88-58-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical for synthesis
Emergency telephone
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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)
H301, H317, H335, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H301
Toxic if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301 Skin sensitization (Category 1), H317 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H400 Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H410 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H301 Toxic if swallowed. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves.
Response
P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Other hazards
- none
