Danger

EFFECTIVE DATE

2017-05-28

PICTOGRAMS

HMIS

HEALTH

3

FLAMMABILITY

0

PHYSICAL HAZARD

0

PERSONAL PROTECTION

NFPA

3

2

0

Northern Michigan University
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2-Mercaptoethanol

Danger 2017-05-28

Hazard Statements

Combustible liquid.

Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled.

Fatal in contact with skin.

Causes skin irritation.

May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Causes serious eye damage.

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed.

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

Keep away fromheat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking.

Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Avoid release to the environment.

Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth.

IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.

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/ doctor.

Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.

If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.

Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol- resistant foam to extinguish.

Collect spillage.

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

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Store locked up.

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

Manufacturer information

Name

SIGM-ALDRICH CHEMICAL (Merck Co Inc)

Phone

800-235-5832

Address

3050 Spruce Street
St. Louis , 63103

PICTOGRAMS

HMIS

HEALTH

3

FLAMMABILITY

0

PHYSICAL HAZARD

0

PERSONAL PROTECTION

NFPA

3

2

0

Northern Michigan University
Local data

SKU #

*This local data is shared by all revisions