Mitotane safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Mitotane. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.

CAS 53-19-0Formula C₁₄H₁₀Cl₄

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

Serious health hazard

Signal word

Warning

Hazard classes and categories

Carc. 2

Hazard statements

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

Health hazards

H351Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.

Storage

P405Store locked up.

Disposal

P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

First aid

General first aid measures. Get medical advice if you feel unwell

If inhaled

IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area, take deep breaths of fresh air. IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used, if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

Skin contact

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas.

Eye contact

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

If swallowed

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. OTHER: Since this chemical is a known or suspected carcinogen you should contact a physician for advice regarding the possible long term health effects and potential recommendation for…

Handling, storage and disposal

Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade

Safe handling

/PRECAUTIONS FOR ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENTS:/ Protective apparel: Disposable closed-front gown or coveralls, disposable utility gloves over disposable latex gloves, NIOSH-approved air-purifying half-mask respirator equipped with a high efficiency filter, and eye protection should be worn. /Antineoplastic agents/ /PRECAUTIONS FOR ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENTS:/ Class 100 clean-air work stations, both horizontal and vertical airflow (with no containment characteristics), are inappropriate engineering controls for handling hazardous drugs because they provide no personnel protection and permit environmental contamination. Although there are no engineering controls designed specifically for the safe handling of hazardous chemicals as sterile products, Class II contained vertical-flow biological safety cabinets (biohazard cabinets) have been adopted for this use.

Storage

Commercially available mitotane tablets should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers. Mitotane tablets should be stored at 25 °C, but excursions to 15 -30 °C are permitted.

Disposal

/PRECAUTIONS FOR ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENTS:/ All contaminated disposables should be contained in sealable bags for transfer to larger waste containers. /Antineoplastic agents/ /PRECAUTIONS FOR ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENTS:/ All bottles must be discarded as contaminated waste after decontamination of the biohazard cabinet. All protective apparel (gown, gloves, goggles, and respirator) should be discarded as contaminated waste. /Antineoplastic agents/

Exposure limits and toxicity

Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data

SYMPTOMS: This compound has been shown to be an inhibitor of adrenal steroid biosynthesis. ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: This compound is toxic by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

No supplier has uploaded an SDS for Mitotane yet. Suppliers usually send one with their quote. Request quotes

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Mitotane safely

Is Mitotane hazardous?

Mitotane carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: suspected of causing cancer. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Mitotane?

The GHS classification of Mitotane shows 1 pictogram: GHS08 (serious health hazard).

How should Mitotane be stored?

Commercially available mitotane tablets should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers. Mitotane tablets should be stored at 25 °C, but excursions to 15 -30 °C are permitted.

Where can I get the SDS for Mitotane?

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.

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