General Information
Revision date
2015-03-20
Product name
Thioguanine
Product Synonyms
6-Mercaptoguanine
Chemical name
6H-Purine-6-thione, 2-amino-1,7-dihydro-
CAS No.
154-42-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
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
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 1 OSHA hazard(s) Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child.
Prevention
Wash thoroughly after handling. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. 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.
