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General Information
Revision date
2008-05-19
Product name
1-Hydroxyethanecarboxylic acid; 2-hydroxypropanoic acid, Ethylidenelactic
CAS No.
50-21-5
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GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview -------------------------- DANGER! CORROSIVE. CAUSES BURNS TO ANY AREA OF CONTACT. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Health Rating: 3 - Severe Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight Contact Rating: 4 - Extreme (Corrosive) Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage
Color Code White (Corrosive) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Potential health effects
Inhalation: Inhalation of dust or vapors may be corrosive to the mucous membranes. Symptoms may include sore throat, coughing, and shortness of breath. Ingestion: Corrosive. Causes burns in the mouth, throat, and stomach. May cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, perspiration, and shortness of breath. Severe cases may produce cyanosis and vascular collapse. Skin Contact: Causes severe irritation. May have corrosive effects, producing skin burns. Eye Contact: Causes severe irritation. May cause redness, pain, blurred vision, and eye damage. Chronic Exposure: No information found. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
