Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- DL-Dithiothreitol solution
- Product Code
- 646563
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science BV
manufacturer
Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B B-1560 HOEILAART
+32 (0)3 899-1301
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(32) 28 083237
Anti-poison centre
070 245245
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| (R*,R*)-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol EC: 222-468-7 | 3483-12-3 | 10 - 20% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Call in physician/ophthalmologist immediately.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® ). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® )
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Tightly closed. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorised persons.
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Material : Nitrile rubber Break through time : 480 min Glove thickness : 0,11 mm Protective index : Full contact Manufacturer : Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Material : Nitrile rubber Break through time : 480 min Glove thickness : 0,11 mm Protective index : Splash contact Manufacturer : Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Manufacturer : data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 Remarks : Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type ABEK type: The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
No data available
Violent reactions possible with: The generally known reaction partners of water.
no information available
Bases, Oxidizing agents, Alkali metals, Reducing agents
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 3264
- Shipping Name
- CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. ((R*,R*)-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol)
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for DL-Dithiothreitol solution?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of DL-Dithiothreitol solution?
DL-Dithiothreitol solution is a liquid with no data available color. It has no data available odor.
What is DL-Dithiothreitol solution used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for DL-Dithiothreitol solution?
This substance has 1 hazard statement:
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What is the melting point of DL-Dithiothreitol solution?
The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is No data available.