Guest guest Posted April 3, 2005 Report Share Posted April 3, 2005 Thimerosal is a preservative that is used in vaccines and other medicines. MSDS for Thimerosal: http://chemdat.merck.de/pls/pi03/web2.sear...imerosal & lang=4 Click the T+ right next to the poison skull and bones symbol and the warning reads: Hazard symbol: T+ = Very toxic Criteria: Inhalation, swallowing, or absorption through the skin in very small amounts can cause considerable damage to health, and may sometimes be lethal. In the event of serious evidence of severe, possibly irreversible damage to health by single, repeated, or prolonged absorption. Precaution: All contact with the human body must be avoided. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately! --- --------- 2003 Thimerosal MSDS: Danger! Poison! May be fatal if inhaled, absorbed through skin or swallowed. Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous system. Section 8 - Exposure Controls: Personal Protection: Splash goggles, Full suit, Dust Respirator, Boots, Gloves, a self-contained breathing apparatus. Section 11 - Toxicology Information: Acute Oral Toxicity. Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). May be fatal if absorbed. Extremely hazardous in case of inhalation. May be fatal if inhaled. Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. http://www.setonresourcecenter.com/MSDS/EM...026/wcd026b4.pd f If a VERY SMALL amount can cause brain damage from it just be absorbed through your skin, What can happen if pregnant women and infants are INJECTED with this??? Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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