General Information
Revision date
2023-03-05
Product name
2-(Methylthio)ethanol
CAS No.
5271-38-5
Emergency telephone
+81-3-5640-8872, +81-3-5640-8902
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
TOKYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO., LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
globalbusiness@TCIchemicals.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 4
Health hazards
Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4
Environmental hazards
Not classified
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
Prevention
Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Avoid breathing mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, dry sand or foam to extinguish.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
PHYSICAL HAZARDS Flammable liquids Category 4 HEALTH HAZARDS Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4 ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Not classified
