General Information
Revision date
2013-11-22
Product name
Cytarabine
Product Synonyms
Cytosine arabinoside * Arabinocytidine * Ara-C
Chemical name
2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-amino-1-beta-D-arabinofuranosyl-
CAS No.
147-94-4
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
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (bone marrow) exposure OSHA hazard(s) Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes eye irritation. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of causing 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 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 Not classified.
