General Information
Revision date
2024-08-29
Product name
Cimetidine
Chemical name
2-Cyano-1-methyl-3-[2-[[(5-methylimidazol-4-yl)methyl]thio]ethyl]guanidine
CAS No.
51481-61-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For analytical laboratory use only
Manufacturer Name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
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)
H317, H334
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H317
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Not classified
Health hazards
Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1
Environmental hazards
Not classified
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Response
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor.
Storage
Not available.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC)
Additional information
Pharmacologically active material.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified. Health hazards Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Environmental hazards Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
