Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
123-31-9
Name of the chemical
1,4-Dihydroxybenzol (790/2009)
Concentration
100%
General Information
Revision date
2003-03-05
Product name
HYDROQUINONE, 99+%
CAS No.
123-31-9
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Toxic (USA) Harmful (EU). Dangerous for the environment. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to skin. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Risk of serious damage to eyes. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. Possible Carcinogen (US). Possible mutagen. Target organ(s): Blood. Liver.
HMIS® ratings
HEALTH: 3* FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA Ratings
HEALTH: 3 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 1 *additional chronic hazards present. For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.