Betamethasone Injection Formulation

Hazard statements (CLP)

H360D, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H360D

May damage the unborn child

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 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - Category 1 (Pituitary gland, Immune system, muscle, thymus repeated exposure gland, Blood, Adrenal gland) Long-term (chronic) aquatic Category 1 hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H360D May damage the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs (Pituitary gland, Immune sys- tem, muscle, thymus gland, Blood, Adrenal gland) through pro- longed or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protec- tion/ face protection.

Response

P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P391 Collect spillage.

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

None known.

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 Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 1 (Pituitary gland, Immune system, muscle, thymus repeated exposure gland, Blood, Adrenal gland) Long-term (chronic) aquatic : Category 1 hazard