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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Bleomycin Sulphate

by Apollo Scientific Ltd

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

Bleomycin Sulphate is supplied by Apollo Scientific Ltd under product code BI3543. 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 5 July 2023. 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: 05 Jul 2023
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: BI3543
CAS Number: 9041-93-4

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS08Health hazard

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H332: Harmful if inhaled.
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
H340: May cause genetic defects.
H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
H361D: See full Safety Data Sheet for the hazard statement wording.

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 Bleomycin Sulphate issued by Apollo Scientific Ltd on 5 July 2023 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 three levels: High, Medium and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H340: May cause genetic defects

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.

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.

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H312: Harmful in contact with skin

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

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

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

P322 Specific measures (see …on this label)

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

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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