General Information
Revision date
2014-04-08
Product name
DHB MALDI Matrix, Single-Use
Product Synonyms
Benzoic acid 2,5-dihydroxy-; 5-hydroxysalicylic acid; 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid
Chemical name
gentisic acid
CAS No.
490-79-9
supplier name
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
800.424.9300
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Company Information
company name
Thermo Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. Avoid breathing dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation 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. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
None known.
