Paclitaxel

Hazard statements (CLP)

H341, H360, H370

Code

Statements

H341

Suspected of causing genetic defects

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Paclitaxel: Emergency Overview

2.3 Other hazards

Target organ effect, Skin sensitizer, Irritant, Reproductive hazard, Mutagen Target Organs: Cardiovascular system, Nerves, Eyes, Kidney, Liver, Bone marrow

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2), H341 Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B), H360 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 1), Eyes, H370

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H370 Causes damage to organs (Eyes).

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Health hazards

2 Flammability: 0 2 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0

Physical hazards

0

Potential health effects

Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Eyes: Causes eye irritation. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.