2-Mercaptoethanol

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Manufacturer Information


Name

SIGM-ALDRICH CHEMICAL (Merck Co Inc)


Address

3050 Spruce Street
St. Louis , 63103


Phone

800-235-5832


Effective Date

2017-05-28


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NFPA

3

2

0

HMIS

Health

3

Flammability

0

Physical Hazard

0

Personal Protection


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Danger


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.

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