General Information
Revision date
2014-07-17
Product name
Bisacodyl
Product Synonyms
Phenol 4,4"-(2-pyridinylmethylene)bis-, diacetate (ester)
Chemical name
Phenol 4,4"-(2-pyridinylmethylene)bis-, diacetate (ester)
CAS No.
603-50-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Emergency telephone
CHEMTREC within US & 1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
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
Warning
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity, single Category 3 respiratory tract irritation exposure OSHA hazard(s) Not classified.
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye/face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Response
If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. 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 inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise Not classified.
