General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-24
Product name
Methoxychlor
Product Synonyms
No information available
CAS No.
72-43-5
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
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H332, H351
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H332
Harmful if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Suspected of causing cancer Harmful if inhaled
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 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 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Carcinogenicity
