Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-62-3
Name of the chemical
Metaldehyd (ISO); 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl- 1,3,5,7-tetraoxacyclooctan
Concentration
<=100
General Information
Version
FSUM3800
Revision date
2025-03-23
Product name
Metaldehyde
Product Synonyms
Acetaldehyde tetramer
CAS No.
108-62-3
supplier name
Fisher Scientific UK
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific UK
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
begel.sdsdesk@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H228, H301, H313, H361, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H228
Flammable solid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable solids Category 2 Acute Oral Toxicity Category 3 Acute Dermal Toxicity Category 5 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 Label Elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H228 - Flammable solid H301 - Toxic if swallowed H313 - May be harmful in contact with skin H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Prevention
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P240 - Ground and bond container and receiving equipment P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P280 - Wear protective gloves
Response
P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P330 - Rinse mouth P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
P405 - Store locked up
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
. Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates. This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable solids. Category 2 Acute Oral Toxicity Category 3 Acute Dermal Toxicity Category 5 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity