Code(s)M131 - 2-Mercaptoethanol -

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H301, H310, H315, H317, H318, H331, H373

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute Toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute Toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Flammable liquids Category 4

2.2 Label elements

Emergency Overview Danger

Hazard statements

H301 - Toxic if swallowed H310 - Fatal in contact with skin H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H331 - Toxic if inhaled H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H227 - Combustible liquid Appearance Clear Colorless Physical State Liquid Odor This material has a strong objectionable odor

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep cool

Response

Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not regulated

Further information

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects