General Information
Revision date
2017-08-30
Product name
Zidovudine
Product Synonyms
Azidothymidine * AZT
Chemical name
Thymidine, 3"-azido-3"-deoxy-
CAS No.
30516-87-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Manufacturer Name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
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
Warning
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 (bone marrow, liver) exposure
Environmental hazards
Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs (bone marrow, 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 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 None known.
Additional information
Potent pharmacologically active material.
