2-Mercaptoethanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H310, H315, H317, H318, H361f, H373

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Combustible liquid Fatal in contact with skin Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing 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/doctor Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic organisms Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Stench

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 4 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Liver, Heart.