General Information
Version
3.0
Revision date
2025-04-14
Product name
Tetracycline Hydrochloride
CAS No.
64-75-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Pharmaceutical
supplier name
MSD
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)
H360D, H362, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H360D
May damage the unborn child
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification GHS Classification Reproductive toxicity Effects on or via lactation Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Oral) Category 2 (Gastrointestinal tract, Nervous system, Skin, Teeth)
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H360D May damage the unborn child. H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children. H373 May cause damage to organs (Gastrointestinal tract, Nervous system, Skin, Teeth) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed.
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. P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste dis- posal plant.
Other hazards
Dust contact with the eyes can lead to mechanical irritation. Contact with dust can cause mechanical irritation or drying of the skin. May form explosive dust-air mixture during processing, handling or other means
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Reproductive toxicity : Category 1A Effects on or via lactation Specific target organ toxicity : Category 2 (Gastrointestinal tract, Nervous system, Skin, Teeth) - repeated exposure (Oral)