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Testosterone safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Testosterone. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.
CAS 58-22-0Formula C19H28O2
Prescription medicine ingredient

Testosterone is controlled. Only documented suppliers can list it, and buyers must upload a valid licence with their request. Every request is reviewed before suppliers see it.

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Reference: Anabolic steroid

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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

GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment
Signal word
Danger

Hazard classes and categories

  • Acute Tox. 4 (oral)
  • Carc. 1A/1B
  • Carc. 2
  • Repr. 1A/1B
  • Repr. 2
  • Lact.
  • STOT RE 1
  • Aquatic Acute 1
  • Aquatic Chronic 1

Hazard statements

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

Health hazards

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H350May cause cancer.
  • H351Suspected of causing cancer.
  • H360May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H362May cause harm to breast-fed children.
  • H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Environmental hazards

  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

  • P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P263Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P391Collect spillage.

Storage

  • 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

Eye/face protection: Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin protection: Handle with gloves.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Storage class (TRGS 510): Non-combustible, acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or hazardous materials causing chronic effects. Commercially available testosterone preparations should be stored at a temperature less than 40 °C, preferably between 15-30 °C, freezing of the sterile suspension and injections should be avoided. A precipitate may form if the injections are stored at a low temperature, however, this will dissolve after shaking and warming to room temperature. Use of a wet needle or syringe may cause the parenteral solutions to become cloudy, however, this will not affect potency.

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.

Exposure limits and toxicity

Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data

The main risks associated with testosterone are those of excessive androgens: menstrual irregularities and virilization in women and impotence, premature cardiovascular disease and prostatic hypertrophy in men. Both men and women can suffer liver damage with oral anabolic steroids containing a substituted 17-alpha-carbon. Psychiatric changes can occur during use or after cessation of these agents. Acute overdosage can produce nausea and gastrointestinal upset. Chronic usage is thought to cause an increase in muscle bulk, and can cause an exaggeration of male characteristics and effects related to male hormones.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

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

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Testosterone safely

Is Testosterone hazardous?

Testosterone carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, may cause cancer, suspected of causing cancer. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Testosterone?

The GHS classification of Testosterone shows 3 pictograms: GHS07 (harmful or irritant), GHS08 (serious health hazard), GHS09 (hazardous to the environment).

How should Testosterone be stored?

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Storage class (TRGS 510): Non-combustible, acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or hazardous materials causing chronic effects. Commercially available testosterone preparations should be stored at a temperature less than 40 °C, preferably between 15-30 °C, freezing of the sterile suspension and injections should be avoided…

Where can I get the SDS for Testosterone?

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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