Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Hydroquinone

Name: Hydroquinone
Brand: LGC Standards SARL

by LGC Standards SARL

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

Hydroquinone is supplied by LGC Standards SARL under product code USP 1324002. 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 11 December 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: French
Regulation: GHS/CLP
Revision Date: 11 Dec 2018
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: USP 1324002
CAS Number: 123-31-9

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS08Health hazard

GHS05Corrosive

GHS09Environment

GHS07Harmful / irritant

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.

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 Hydroquinone issued by Lgc Standards Sarl on 11 December 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 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

H341: Suspected of causing 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.

P405 Store locked up.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

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

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

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

Need to download the Chemical Risk Assessment? The full CRA PDF includes all hazard classifications, regulatory statements and recommended controls.

Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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