General Information
Revision date
2015-07-23
Product name
Azathioprine
Chemical name
1H-Purine, 6-[(1-methyl-4-nitro-1H-imidazol-5-yl)thio]-
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, +1 703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
RSTECH@usp.org
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H340, H350, H360, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Not classified
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (bone marrow) exposure
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs (bone marrow) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise Not classified. classified (HNOC)
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified.
