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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Capsaicin

by LGC Limited

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

Capsaicin is supplied by LGC Limited under product code EPY0000671. 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 26 February 2020. 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: 26 Feb 2020
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: EPY0000671
CAS Number: 404-86-4

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS06Acute toxicity

GHS05Corrosive

GHS08Health hazard

GHS07Harmful / irritant

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H301: Toxic if swallowed.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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 Capsaicin issued by Lgc Limited on 26 February 2020 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 two levels: High and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H301: Toxic 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

H318: Causes serious eye damage

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

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

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

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area

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

P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

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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