General Information
Revision date
2018-09-28
Product name
Betamethasone Dipropionate
Product Synonyms
Betamethasone 17,21-dipropionate
Chemical name
9-Fluoro-11beta,17,21-trihydroxy-16beta-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione 17,21-dipropionate
CAS No.
5593-20-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Manufacturer Name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
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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
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (endocrine system) exposure
Environmental hazards
Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs (endocrine system) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
Additional information
Potent pharmacologically active material.
