General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2025-12-21
Product name
Mercaptoacetic acid sodium salt
Product Synonyms
Thioglycolic acid, sodium salt; Sodium thioglycolate
CAS No.
367-51-1
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May be corrosive to metals Toxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin May cause an allergic skin reaction
Prevention
Keep only in original packaging 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: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Absorb spillage to prevent material damage Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Storage
Store locked up Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
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) Corrosive to metals Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Skin Sensitization
