1,2-Dimethylhydrazine dihydrochloride

Prisms (from water) or white crystalline powder. Distinct amine fishy or ammonia-like odor. (NTP, 1992)

White crystalline solid with fishy or ammonia-like odor; [CAMEO]

Danger

H301 (100%): Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]

P203, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P316, P318, P321, P330, P361+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

Aggregated GHS information provided per 40 reports by companies from 3 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.

SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound may include mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract irritation, liver and kidney damage, blood effects and burns. Corneal damage may also occur. It may cause corrosion. Symptoms of exposure to this type of compound may include local irritation, convulsions, hepatotoxicity and hemolytic effects.

A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Toxic to kidneys, liver, and blood; [CAMEO] Toxic by ingestion; A skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritant; May damage the liver; [MSDSonline] See 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine.

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.