General Information
Revision date
2016-12-14
Product name
Diroban
Product Synonyms
Melarsomine dihydrochloride * Organic arsenic
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Veterinary anti-worm agent (anthelmintic)
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, +1-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Zoetis Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
VMIPSrecords@zoetis.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H319, H332, H411
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 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
Environmental hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 2 hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 2
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear eye protection/face protection.
Response
If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Collect spillage.
Storage
Store away from incompatible materials.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC)
Additional information
Accidental or incidental ingestion of large amounts may cause nausea, abdominal discomfort, headache or dizziness. Excessive inhalation of dust/mist/vapor may cause coughing, respiratory distress, numbness and tingling of the extremities, and/or muscle cramping.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified. Health hazards Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Environmental hazards Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 2 hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 2 long-term hazard OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
