MECHLORETHAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1A Skin sensitization Category 1A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1A

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Appearance Crystals or Crystalline Physical state Solid Odor No information available powder

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dusts or mists In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor 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 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store locked up.

Precautionary statements

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

Further information

No information available.