Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Aflatoxin B 2

Name: Aflatoxin B 2
Brand: Merck Life Science UK Limited

by Merck Life Science UK Limited

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

Aflatoxin B 2 is supplied by Merck Life Science UK Limited under product code A9887. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under GHS/CLP regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 30 August 2022. 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: GHS/CLP
Revision Date: 30 Aug 2022
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: A9887
CAS Number: 7220-81-7

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS06Acute toxicity

GHS08Health hazard

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H300: Fatal if swallowed.
H310: Fatal in contact with skin.
H330: Fatal if inhaled.
H340: May cause genetic defects.
H350: May cause cancer.

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 Aflatoxin B 2 issued by Merck Life Science Uk Limited on 30 August 2022 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

H300: Fatal if swallowed

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

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

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label)

1 other control in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H310: Fatal in contact with skin

P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing

P264 Wash skin 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

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

5 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H330: Fatal if inhaled

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

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

P284 Wear respiratory protection.

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

4 other controls in place

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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