Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-09-2
Name of the chemical
Methylene chloride
Concentration
95 - 98
General Information
Revision date
2015-04-29
Product name
Methylene Chloride
Chemical name
dichloromethane
CAS No.
75-09-2
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 2A CARCINOGENICITY - Category 2
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. Suspected of causing cancer.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response
IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention. 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.
