General Information
Revision date
2015-12-01
Product name
Hydroquinone 2% Aqueous
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
In Vitro Diagnostic use. Laboratory Use Only Bay Shore, NY 11706
Manufacturer Name
Poly Scientific R&D Corp
Emergency telephone
CONTACT CHEMTREC (24HR) 800‐ 424‐ 9300
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Company Information
company name
Poly Scientific R&D Corp
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
polyrnd@polyrnd.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
302 Acute toxicity, oral Cat 4 317 Sensitisian, Skin Cat 1 318 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Cat 1 341 Germ cell mutagencity Cat 2 350 Carcinogenicity Cat 1A, 1B Danger Harmful if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wash hands /skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF exposed or concerned Get medical attention/advice. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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 doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. Hazards not otherwise covered by GHS: None
