Mechlorethamine Hydrochloride

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (bone marrow) exposure

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause genetic defects. May cause 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. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

If exposed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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.