MSDS - Remel Inc (Lenexa) - Oxoid

Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product No.
Trade name
Manufacturer
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BactiDrop TM Ninhydrin Reagent
BactiDropTM SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ninhydrin Reagent
Date of issue - 10/04/2006.
REMEL Inc.
12076 Santa Fe Drive
P.O. Box 14428
Lenexa
Kansas KS 66215
U.S.A.
Tel: (+1) 913 888 0939
Fax: (+1) 913 895 4128
Emergency: Chemtrec USA 800-424-9300
Supplier OXOID LIMITED
Wade Road
Basingstoke
Hants
RG24 8PW
Tel: + 44 1256 84144
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Preparation - Hazardous ingredients ( Europe )
Component CAS No. Concentration Classification Risk Phrases
Ninhydrin 485-47-2
207-618-1
Acetone 67-64-1
200-662-2
n-Butanol 71-36-3
200-751-6
CM Version - 1.01
3.50 % w/v Xn - Harmful.
Xi - Irritant.
48.25 % v/v F - Highly
flammable.
Xi - Irritant.
48.25 % v/v Flammable.
Xn - Harmful.
Xi - Irritant.
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R22- Harmful if
swallowed.
R36/37/38- Irritating
to eyes, respiratory
system and skin.
R11- Highly
flammable.
R36- Irritating to
eyes.
R66- Repeated
exposure may cause
skin dryness or
cracking.
R67- Vapours may
cause drowsiness
and dizziness.
R10- Flammable.
R22- Harmful if
swallowed.
R37/38- Irritating to
respiratory system
and skin.
R41- Risk of serious
damage to eyes.
R67- Vapours may
cause drowsiness
and dizziness.
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Section 3. Hazards Identification
Most Important Hazards
Human health hazards - Eyes
Human health hazards - Skin
Human health hazards - Ingestion
Human health hazards - Inhalation
Section 4. First Aid Measures
First Aid - Eyes
First Aid - Skin
BactiDropTM SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ninhydrin Reagent
Date of issue - 10/04/2006.
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
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Harmful if swallowed.
Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Liquid may cause conjunctival irritation and transient corneal damage.
A large dose may have the following effects:- vomiting, headache.
Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Immediately flood the eye with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes,
holding the eye open. Obtain medical attention urgently.
Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Obtain medical attention if
blistering occurs or redness persists. Remove contaminated clothing as
washing proceeds. Continue washing for at least 10 minutes.
First Aid - Ingestion
Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical
attention.
First Aid - Inhalation Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. Obtain medical
attention. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media - Suitable
Extinguishing Media - Not Suitable
Protection of fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Use water spray, fog or alcohol resistant foam. Keep containers and
surroundings cool with water spray.
Do not use water jet.
Wear self contained breathing apparatus.
Personal Precautions Wear appropriate protective clothing. Wear respiratory protection.
Environmental precautions and cleanup
methods
Consider need for evacuation. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.
Advise Authorities if spillage has entered water course or sewer or has
contaminated soil or vegetation.
Spill Contain and absorb using earth, sand or other inert material. Transfer
into suitable containers for recovery or disposal. Disperse vapour with
water spray. Spillages will create a fire hazard.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
CM Version - 1.01
Use in well ventilated area. Avoid inhaling vapour. Avoid contact with
eyes, skin and clothing. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame, or any other ignition
source. Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area.
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Occupational Exposure Limits ( Preparation ) - Europe
BactiDropTM SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ninhydrin Reagent
Date of issue - 10/04/2006.
Acetone UK EH40: OES 500 ppm (1210 mg/m 3 ) 8hr TWA.
UK EH40: OES 1500 ppm (3620 mg/m 3 ) 15min STEL.
n-Butanol UK EH40: OES 50 ppm (154 mg/m 3 ) 15min STEL. Skin
Occupational Exposure Limits ( Preparation ) - United States
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Acetone ACGIH TLV 500 ppm 8hr TWA.
OSHA PEL 750 ppm 8hr TWA.
n-Butanol ACGIH TLVs 20 ppm 8hr TWA.
OSHA PEL 100 ppm 8hr TWA.
Engineering measures
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Protective Measures - Respiratory
Protective Measures - Hands
Respiratory protection if there is a risk of exposure to high vapour
concentrations. Approved/certified respirator with organic vapour
cartridges.
Neoprene gloves.
Protective Measures - Eyes Safety glasses or chemical goggles to EN166, 167 and 168.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state
Colour
Liquid.
Colourless.
Flash Point ( Pensky-Martens. ) °C Closed cup: 18.889°C (66°F).
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous decomposition products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Acute toxicity
Eye irritation
Skin irritation
Chronic toxicity / Carcinogenic effects
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal considerations
Section 14. Transport Information
UN :
UN :
UN :
UN :
UN number
Proper shipping name
Class
CM Version - 1.01
Packing group
Stable under normal conditions.
Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Do not mix with
oxidizing agents or acids
Combustion will generate: oxides of carbon.
Harmful if swallowed.
Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
No evidence.
No relevant studies identified.
Dispose of according to all federal, state and local applicable
regulations. Incineration is the recommended method of disposal.
1993
Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (Acetone, Butanol)
3
II
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Section 15. Regulatory Information
Label Requirements
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
TSCA
DSL ( Canada )
EC Classification
BactiDropTM SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ninhydrin Reagent
Date of issue - 10/04/2006.
R11- Highly flammable.
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R66- Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67- Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
S9- Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S16- Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S28- After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S37/39- Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this
container or label.
Listed on inventory.
CEPA DSL: Listed on inventory.
F - Highly flammable. Xn - Harmful. Xi - Irritant.
United States - Classification Health - 2 Flammability - 2 Reactivity - 0
WHMIS (Classification) Class B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C
(100°F).
Section 16. Other Information
MSDS first issued
Notes
Highly flammable, Harmful
10/04/2006
Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU
directives 67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC, including amendments and the
intended use.
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Labelling of packaging containing less than 125 ml will differ according
to the EU preparations Directive 1999/45/EC.
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