Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Revision date
2009-03-24
Product name
Bacitracin Zinc Ointment
Chemical name
(for active ingredient)
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Pharmaceutical for Human Use
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 1-631-454-7677
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Company Information
company name
NYCOMED US INC
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Product definition
This product is a pale yellow ointment with a petroleum jelly odor
Health hazards
The chief health hazard associated with exposure during normal use and handling is the potential for irritation of contaminated skin. Individuals who have had allergic reactions to products containing the active ingredient, Bacitracin Zinc, or any other components of this product may experience allergic reactions to this product. Allergic reactions may be severe and can be life-threatening in certain individuals. Flammability Hazards: This product is combustible. When involved in a fire, this material may decompose and produce irritating vapors and toxic compounds (including carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur oxides). Reactivity Hazards: This product is not reactive.
Environmental hazards
This product has not been tested for environmental effects. Emergency Considerations Emergency responders should wear appropriate protection for situation to which they respond.