General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-22
Product name
6-Methyl-2-thiouracil
CAS No.
56-04-2
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements Harmful if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Rinse mouth Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Light sensitive
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) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity
