General Information
Revision date
2006-04-26
Product name
20-METHYLCHOLANTHRENE
Product Synonyms
3-Methylcholanthrene; 1,2-Dihydro-3-methyl-benz(j)aceanthrylene; 3-MCA
CAS No.
56-49-5
supplier name
MP Biomedicals, LLC
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Company Information
company name
MP Biomedicals, LLC
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Toxic danger of very serious irreversible effects if swallowed. May also have serious irreversible effects through skin contact or inhalation. Category of Danger: Muta. cat. 3 , Carc. cat. 3 , Toxic
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. Ingestion Toxic danger of very serious irreversible effects if swallowed Skin contact: Harmful in contact with skin. Eye contact: Risk of serious damage to eyes
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed Statement of Spill or Leak - ANSI Label Eliminate all ignition sources. Absorb and/or contain spill with inert materials (e.g., sand, vermiculite). Then place in appropriate container. For large spills, use water spray to disperse vapors, flush spill area. Prevent runoff from entering waterways or sewers.
