MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - Pfizer

1 MATERIAL SAFETY data SHEET . Revision date: 13-Dec-2007 Version: Page 1 of 9. 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING. Pfizer Inc Pfizer Ltd Pfizer Pharmaceuticals Group Ramsgate Road 235 East 42nd Street Sandwich, Kent New York, New York 10017 CT13 9NJ. 1-212-573-2222 United Kingdom +00 44 (0)1304 616161. Emergency telephone number: Emergency telephone number: CHEMTREC (24 hours): 1-800-424-9300 ChemSafe (24 hours): +44 (0)208 762 8322. Contact E-Mail: MATERIAL Name: Cetirizine HCl Film Coated Tablets Trade Name: ZYRTEC.

2 Chemical Family: Mixture Intended Use: Pharmaceutical product used as antihistamine 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION. Appearance: White, film-coated tablet Statement of Hazard: Non-hazardous in accordance with international standards for workplace SAFETY . Additional Hazard Information: Short Term: Active ingredient may be harmful if swallowed. Accidental ingestion may cause effects similar to those seen in clinical use. Long Term: Repeat-dose studies in animals have shown a potential to cause adverse effects on liver. Known Clinical Effects: Sleepiness, dry mouth, fatigue, pharyngitis, dizziness EU Indication of danger: Not classified Australian Hazard Classification Non-Hazardous Substance.

3 Non-Dangerous Goods. (NOHSC): Note: This document has been prepared in accordance with standards for workplace SAFETY , which require the inclusion of all known hazards of the product or its ingredients regardless of the potential risk. The precautionary statements and warnings included may not apply in all cases. Your needs may vary depending upon the potential for exposure in your workplace. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS. _____. PZ00146. MATERIAL SAFETY data SHEET . MATERIAL Name: Cetirizine HCl Film Coated Tablets Page 2 of 9.

4 Revision date: 13-Dec-2007 Version: _____. Hazardous Ingredient CAS Number EU EINECS/ELINCS List Classification %. Microcrystalline cellulose 9004-34-6 232-674-9 Not Listed *. Colloidal silicon dioxide 7631-86-9 231-545-4 Not Listed *. EEC No. 418-260-2. Magnesium stearate 557-04-0 209-150-3 Not Listed *. Cetirizine hydrochloride 83881-52-1 Not listed Xn;R22 Titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 236-675-5 Not Listed *. Polyethylene glycol 25322-68-3 Not listed Not Listed *. Ingredient CAS Number EU EINECS/ELINCS List Classification %. Croscarmellose sodium 74811-65-7 Not listed Not Listed *.

5 Lactose 63-42-3 200-559-2 Not Listed *. Hypromellose 9004-65-3 Not listed Not Listed *. Additional Information: * Proprietary Ingredient(s) indicated as hazardous have been assessed under standards for workplace SAFETY . For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES. Eye Contact: Flush with water while holding eyelids open for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately. Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Flush area with large amounts of water. Use soap. Seek medical attention.

6 Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Seek medical attention immediately. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and keep patient at rest. Seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms and Effects of Exposure: For information on potential signs and symptoms of exposure, See Section 2 - Hazards Identification and/or Section 11 - Toxicological Information. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES. Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or water spray.

7 Hazardous Combustion Products: May emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride and other chlorine-containing compounds. Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear approved positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective turn out gear. Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. Fire / Explosion Hazards: Not applicable 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES. Health and SAFETY Precautions: Personnel involved in clean-up should wear appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).

8 Minimize exposure. _____. PZ00146. MATERIAL SAFETY data SHEET . MATERIAL Name: Cetirizine HCl Film Coated Tablets Page 3 of 9. Revision date: 13-Dec-2007 Version: _____. Measures for Cleaning / Collecting: Contain the source of spill if it is safe to do so. Collect spilled MATERIAL by a method that controls dust generation. A damp cloth or a filtered vacuum should be used to clean spills of dry solids. Clean spill area thoroughly. Measures for Environmental Place waste in an appropriately labeled, sealed container for disposal. Care should be taken to Protections: avoid environmental release.

9 Additional Consideration for Large Non-essential personnel should be evacuated from affected area. Report emergency Spills: situations immediately. Clean up operations should only be undertaken by trained personnel. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE. General Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. If tablets or capsules are crushed and/or broken, avoid breathing dust and avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. When handling, use appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Releases to the environment should be avoided.

10 Storage Conditions: Store as directed by product packaging. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION. Refer to available public information for specific member state Occupational Exposure Limits. Microcrystalline cellulose ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TWA) = 10 mg/m3 TWA. Australia TWA = 10 mg/m3 TWA. Belgium OEL - TWA = 10 mg/m3 TWA. Estonia OEL - TWA = 10 mg/m3 TWA. France OEL - TWA = 10 mg/m3 VME. Ireland OEL - TWAs = 10 mg/m3 TWA. = 4 mg/m3 TWA. Latvia OEL - TWA = 2 mg/m3 TWA. OSHA - Final PELS - TWAs: = 15 mg/m3 TWA total = 5 mg/m3 TWA.