MSDS Chloroform (CHCl3) – Safety Data Sheet & GHS Hazards

Summary MSDS for Chloroform (CHCl3), CAS 67-66-3: substance identity, GHS hazard classification, hazard and precautionary statements, and links to the manufacturer's official SDS.

Identity summary

Name Chloroform
Other names (IUPAC) –
Molecular formula CHCl3
CAS number 67-66-3
Molar mass 119.37 g/mol
PubChem CID 6212

Hazard identification (GHS)

Signal word: DANGER

Pictograms:

GHS06 – Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS08 – Health hazard
Health hazard
GHS09 – Environmental hazard
Environmental hazard

Hazard statements (H)

  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H370: Causes damage to organs.
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H402: Harmful to aquatic life.
  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements (P)

Prevention

  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
  • P260: Do not breathe mist or vapours.
  • P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

  • P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P391: Collect spillage.
  • 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.
  • P362 + P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
  • P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P301 + P312 + P330: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
  • P304 + P340 + P311: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

Storage

  • P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • 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 C0175 Chloroform (stabilized with Ethanol) [for Spectrophotometry]. Substance identity from PubChem CID 6212.

Download the official SDS & CoA

The applicable Safety Data Sheet is the manufacturer's SDS for the product and lot you purchase. For products available from AMI Scientific:

TCI C0175 – Chloroform (stabilized with Ethanol) [for Spectrophotometry] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)
TCI C0175 – Chloroform (stabilized with Ethanol) [for Spectrophotometry] View product
TCI C0819 – Chloroform (stabilized with Ethanol) [for HPLC Solvent] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)View product
TCI C1111 – Chloroform (stabilized with 2-Methyl-2-butene) [for HPLC Solvent] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)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.