Ethidium bromide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H313, H330, H341

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Suspected of causing genetic defects

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

NFPA Health hazards 3 Flammability 1 Stability 0 HMIS Health hazards 4 Flammability 1

Physical hazards

1 Physical and chemical * properties Personal protection -

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity