General Information
Version
8.2
Revision date
2025-12-06
Product name
Interferon Alfa-2b Solid Formulation
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Pharmaceutical
Emergency telephone
+1-908-423-6000
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
MSD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
EHSDATASTEWARD@msd.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H316, H360FD, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H316
Causes mild skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules 1989 Classification Not classified as hazardous according to criteria laid down in Part I of Schedule-1 GHS Classification Skin corrosion/irritation Category 3 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - Category 2 (Blood, Bone marrow) repeated exposure
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H316 Causes mild skin irritation. H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs (Blood, Bone marrow) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe dust. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protec- tion/ face protection.
Response
P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P332 + P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Dust contact with the eyes can lead to mechanical irritation. May form explosive dust-air mixture during processing, handling or other means.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria laid down in Part I of Schedule-1. GHS Classification Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 3 Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 2 (Blood, Bone marrow) repeated exposure