General Information
Revision date
2018-09-20
Product name
Propylthiouracil
Product Synonyms
6-Propyl-2-thiouracil
Chemical name
4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2,3-dihydro-6-propyl-2-thioxo-
CAS No.
51-52-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay 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
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H351, H361, H371, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Not classified
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 2 (thyroid gland) Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 (liver) exposure
Environmental hazards
Not classified
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs (thyroid gland). May cause damage to organs (liver) 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.
Response
If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If exposed or concerned: Call a poison center/doctor. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store locked up.
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 Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 2 (thyroid gland) Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 (liver) exposure Environmental hazards Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
