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Phorbol safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Phorbol. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.
CAS 17673-25-5Formula C20H28O6

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)
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
Signal word
Danger

Hazard classes and categories

  • Acute Tox. 1/2 (oral)
  • Acute Tox. 1/2 (dermal)
  • Skin Irrit. 2
  • Eye Irrit. 2
  • Acute Tox. 1/2 (inhalation)
  • STOT SE 3 (respiratory irritation)

Hazard statements

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

Health hazards

  • H300Fatal if swallowed.
  • H310Fatal in contact with skin.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H330Fatal if inhaled.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P262Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • 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.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P320Specific treatment is urgent (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P361 + P364Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.

Storage

  • 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.

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. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. 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. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.
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.

Handling, storage and disposal

Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade

Safe handling

RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter.

Storage

You should protect this chemical from exposure to light. Keep the container tightly closed under an inert atmosphere, and store it in a freezer.

Disposal

SRP: Recycle any unused portion of the material for its approved use or return it to the manufacturer or supplier. Ultimate disposal of the chemical must consider: the material's impact on air quality, potential migration in air, soil or water, effects on animal, aquatic and plant life, and conformance with environmental and public health regulations. If it is possible or reasonable use an alternative chemical product with less inherent propensity for occupational harm/injury/toxicity or environmental contamination.

Exposure limits and toxicity

Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data

Phorbol lacked the lymphocyte-activating inducing properties found in phorbol esters. Unlike phorbol esters, phorbol lacks tumor-promoting activity and it was either inactive or elicited poor response in inhibition of growth and stimulation of differentiated functions in human melanoma cells.

Transport information

UN dangerous goods classification for road, sea and air

UN number
UN 2811

Shipping rules depend on mode, quantity and packaging. Confirm the classification with the supplier SDS and your freight forwarder.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

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

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Phorbol safely

Is Phorbol hazardous?

Phorbol carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: fatal if swallowed, fatal in contact with skin, causes skin irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Phorbol?

The GHS classification of Phorbol shows 2 pictograms: GHS06 (acute toxicity (severe)), GHS07 (harmful or irritant).

What is the UN number of Phorbol?

Phorbol is transported under UN 2811. Check the supplier SDS and the current ADR, IMDG or IATA rules before shipping.

How should Phorbol be stored?

You should protect this chemical from exposure to light. Keep the container tightly closed under an inert atmosphere, and store it in a freezer.

Where can I get the SDS for Phorbol?

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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