Thalidomide safety data

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

CAS 50-35-1Formula C₁₃H₁₀N₂O₄

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

Harmful or irritant

Serious health hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard classes and categories

Acute Tox. 4 (oral)
Repr. 1A/1B

Hazard statements

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

Health hazards

H302Harmful if swallowed.
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
P330Rinse mouth.

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. 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

Skin protection: Handle with gloves. 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).

Storage

Commercially available thalidomide capsules should be stored at 15-30 °C and protected from light. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep in a dry place.

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.

Exposure limits and toxicity

Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data

Overdosage of thalidomide may cause prolonged sleep as a result of the drug's sedative and hypnotic effects, but fatalities are unlikely since the drug does not cause respiratory depression. In 3 reported suicide attempts involving deliberate ingestion of up to 14.4 g of thalidomide, all individuals recovered without reported sequelae. Thalidomide is a known human teratogen. The severe malformation induced by thalidomide may involve defects of the limbs, axial skeleton, head and face, eyes, ears, tongue, teeth, central nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, and genitourinary systems, and the gastrointestinal tract.

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 Thalidomide yet. Suppliers usually send one with their quote. Request quotes

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Thalidomide safely

Is Thalidomide hazardous?

Thalidomide carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, may damage fertility or the unborn child. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Thalidomide?

The GHS classification of Thalidomide shows 2 pictograms: GHS07 (harmful or irritant), GHS08 (serious health hazard).

What is the UN number of Thalidomide?

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

How should Thalidomide be stored?

Commercially available thalidomide capsules should be stored at 15-30 °C and protected from light. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep in a dry place.

Where can I get the SDS for Thalidomide?

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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