MSDS Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) (C9H8O4) – Safety Data Sheet & GHS Hazards

Summary MSDS for Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) (C9H8O4), CAS 50-78-2: substance identity, GHS hazard classification, hazard and precautionary statements, and links to the manufacturer's official SDS.

Identity summary

Name Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)
Other names (IUPAC) Aspirin, 2-acetyloxybenzoic acid
Molecular formula C9H8O4
CAS number 50-78-2
Molar mass 180.16 g/mol
PubChem CID 2244

Hazard identification (GHS)

Signal word: DANGER

Pictograms:

GHS06 – Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS08 – Health hazard
Health hazard

Hazard statements (H)

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H371: May cause damage to organs.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Precautionary statements (P)

Prevention

  • P260: Do not breathe dust.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
  • P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
  • P284: Wear respiratory protection.

Response

  • P342 + P311: If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P308 + P311: IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P304 + P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P301 + P310 + P330: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth.

Storage

  • P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

The GHS classification above matches TCI (Tokyo Chemical Industry) official data for product A2262 Acetylsalicylic Acid. Substance identity from PubChem CID 2244.

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TCI A2262 – Acetylsalicylic Acid Official SDS & CoA (TCI)
TCI A2262 – Acetylsalicylic Acid View product

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This summary was compiled by AMI Scientific from TCI official GHS data for information purposes. Classification may differ by concentration, form, and supplier. Always refer to the manufacturer's official SDS for the product and lot you use. Updated: 23-10-2026.