Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Sensitization, skin Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 1 (heart) Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (nervous system) exposure

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Causes damage to organs (heart). Causes damage to organs (nervous system) through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear eye protection/face protection. Wear protective gloves.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell 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 on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed: Call a poison center/doctor.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise This product is supplied in a small quantity which does not constitute a combustible dust hazard.

Classified (HNOC)

The physical properties of this material indicate that in large quantities accumulated dust may be hazardous.

Additional information

Pharmacologically active material.