2-Mercaptoethanol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 3 ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 2 ACUTE TOXICITY (inhalation) - Category 2 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) (heart and liver) - Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid. Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled. Toxic if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (heart, liver)

Prevention

Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapor. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

Get medical attention if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Take off contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical attention. IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.