2 Mercaptoethanol Ghs Hazard Statements
Dangerous Description of Mercaptoethanol
Mercaptoethanol, this substance has many harmful properties. It is highly irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. Accidental contact with the eyes can cause serious eye damage, if not properly treated in time, or cause visual impairment, or even blindness; if inhaled, it will irritate the respiratory tract, causing cough, asthma and other discomfort symptoms. Long-term or heavy inhalation can cause irreversible damage to the respiratory system; contact with the skin can cause skin redness, swelling, pain, and in severe cases, skin ulceration. Some people may have allergic reactions to it, and allergic symptoms such as rash and itching may occur after exposure.
At the same time, mercaptoethanol is flammable. Under certain conditions, in case of an open flame or hot topic, it is very easy to burn, and irritating smoke will be released when burning, which will cause harm to the surrounding environment and personnel. Its steam and air can form an explosive mixture, and there is a risk of explosion in case of fire. In industrial production or storage sites, this risk needs special attention. A little carelessness may cause serious safety accidents.
Therefore, when using and storing mercaptoethanol, it is necessary to strictly follow the safety operating procedures and take protective measures to ensure the safety of personnel and the environment.
Mercaptoethanol, this substance has many harmful properties. It is highly irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. Accidental contact with the eyes can cause serious eye damage, if not properly treated in time, or cause visual impairment, or even blindness; if inhaled, it will irritate the respiratory tract, causing cough, asthma and other discomfort symptoms. Long-term or heavy inhalation can cause irreversible damage to the respiratory system; contact with the skin can cause skin redness, swelling, pain, and in severe cases, skin ulceration. Some people may have allergic reactions to it, and allergic symptoms such as rash and itching may occur after exposure.
At the same time, mercaptoethanol is flammable. Under certain conditions, in case of an open flame or hot topic, it is very easy to burn, and irritating smoke will be released when burning, which will cause harm to the surrounding environment and personnel. Its steam and air can form an explosive mixture, and there is a risk of explosion in case of fire. In industrial production or storage sites, this risk needs special attention. A little carelessness may cause serious safety accidents.
Therefore, when using and storing mercaptoethanol, it is necessary to strictly follow the safety operating procedures and take protective measures to ensure the safety of personnel and the environment.

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