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Levorphanol safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Levorphanol. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.
CAS 77-07-6Formula C17H23NO
Narcotic drug

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Reference: UN Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs 1961, HS 2022 subheading 2933.41 (levorphanol)

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

GHS classification

Pictograms, signal word and hazard classes of the GHS classification

GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard
Signal word
Danger

Hazard classes and categories

  • Acute Tox. 3 (oral)
  • Acute Tox. 4 (dermal)
  • Skin Sens. 1
  • Acute Tox. 3 (inhalation)
  • Resp. Sens. 1
  • STOT SE 3 (narcotic effects)

Hazard statements

H codes grouped by type. Percentages show the share of classification notifications that report the statement

Health hazards

  • H301Toxic if swallowed.
  • H312Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H331Toxic if inhaled.
  • H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
  • H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

  • P233Keep container tightly closed.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P284In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P333 + P317If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
  • P342 + P316If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.

Storage

  • P403Store in a well-ventilated place.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.

Disposal

  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

Handling, storage and disposal

Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade

Safe handling

Hand protection: Handle with gloves. /Levorphanol tartrate dihydrate/ Respiratory protection: Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). /Levorphanol tartrate dihydrate/

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Light sensitive. Keep in a dry place. /Levorphanol tartrate dihydrate/ Store at 20 deg to 25 °C (68 deg to 77 °F)

Disposal

SRP: Expired or waste pharmaceuticals shall carefully take into consideration applicable DEA, EPA, and FDA regulations. It is not appropriate to dispose by flushing the pharmaceutical down the toilet or discarding to trash. If possible return the pharmaceutical to the manufacturer for proper disposal being careful to properly label and securely package the material. Alternatively, the waste pharmaceutical shall be labeled, securely packaged and transported by a state licensed medical waste contractor to dispose by burial in a licensed hazardous or toxic waste landfill or incinerator. Product: Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

No supplier has uploaded an SDS for Levorphanol yet.

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Levorphanol safely

Is Levorphanol hazardous?

Levorphanol carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: toxic if swallowed, harmful in contact with skin, may cause an allergic skin reaction. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Levorphanol?

The GHS classification of Levorphanol shows 2 pictograms: GHS06 (acute toxicity (severe)), GHS08 (serious health hazard).

How should Levorphanol be stored?

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Light sensitive. Keep in a dry place. /Levorphanol tartrate dihydrate/ Store at 20 deg to 25 °C (68 deg to 77 °F)

Where can I get the SDS for Levorphanol?

Ask the supplier for the safety data sheet of the exact grade you buy. Suppliers on CompoundList can attach their SDS to listings and send it with a quote. This page is a GHS classification summary, not an SDS.

GHS classification summary, not an SDS. Always check the supplier's SDS. Last updated 7 Oct 2026. Report an error