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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

3,3-Dimethoxybenzidine

by SPEX CertiPrep

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

3,3-Dimethoxybenzidine is supplied by SPEX CertiPrep under product code S-1565. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 8 November 2018. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 08 Nov 2018
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: S-1565
CAS Number: 67-56-1,119-90-4

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS02Flammable

GHS06Acute toxicity

GHS08Health hazard

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H331: Toxic if inhaled.
H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
H370: Causes damage to organs.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for 3,3-Dimethoxybenzidine issued by Spex Certiprep on 8 November 2018 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across one level: High Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H370: Causes damage to organs

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray

P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

P405 Store locked up.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P307 + P311 IF exposed: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

1 other control in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H331: Toxic if inhaled

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

3 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H351: Suspected of causing cancer

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and un-derstood.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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