BBC 0125 Neutral Buffered Formalin - Mercedes Medical

10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Page 1 of 4BBC BiochemicalMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETSection 1. Chemical Product and Company InformationCommon Name: 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Code: 0100Supplier: BBC BiochemicalMSDS#: 01008510 Cedarhome Dr.Stanwood, WA 98292Synonym: Validation Date: 5/1/02Trade Name: Not available Print Date: 5/1/02Material Uses: Not available Responsible Name: Dr. BManufacturer:BBC Biochemical8510 Cedarhome Dr.Stanwood, WA 982921-800-635-4477In Case of Emergency: 1-800-424-9300 ChemtrecUSA1-202-483-7616 Chemtrec Intrl1-800-225-8867Section 2. Composition and Information on IngredientsName CAS# % by Weight Exposure Limits1) Water2) Formaldehyde 37%3) Selected Buffers7732-18-550-00-0Not availablePercentage composition iswithheld as a trade secret.Not availableNot availableNot availableSection 3. Hazards IdentificationPhysical State andAppearanceEmergency OverviewClear liquid.Not available.Routes of EntryEye contact, inhalation, ingestion, skin contact.Potential Acute Health EffectsEyes Irritation, may cause permanent damage.Skin Irritation.Inhalation Irritation to nose, throat and respiratory system.Ingestion May cause allergic reaction. Irritation to throat and respiratory system.Potential Chronic HealthEffectsMedical Conditions Formaldehyde is a strong sensitizer and may cause an allergic reaction.Aggravated byOverexposureOverexposure/Signs/SymptomsSection 4. First Aid MeasuresEye ContactSkin ContactInhalationIngestionNotes to PhysicianSection 5. Fire Fighting MeasuresFlammability of theProductAuto-ignitionTemperatureFlash PointsFlammable LimitsProducts of CombustionFire Hazards in PresenceOf Various SubstancesExplosion Hazards inImmediately flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing at once (launder before reuse);discard contaminated shoes.Remove to fresh air; give artificial respiration if breathing has stopped.If conscious, dilute, inactivate, or absorb the ingested formaldehyde by giving milk, activated charcoal,or water. Get immediate medical attention.Not available.Not available.Not available.None.Not available.Not available.Not available.Thermal decomposition produces toxic fumes.

10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Page 2 of 4Presence of VariousSubstancesFire Fighting Mediaand InstructionsProtective Clothing (Fire)Special Remarks on FireHazardsSpecial Remarks onExplosion HazardsCO 2 , foam, water. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.Section 6. Accidental Release MeasuresSmall Spill and LeakLarge Spill and LeakSection 7, Handling and StorageHandlingStorageEvacuate the area of all unnecessary personnel. Wear suitable protective equipment listed undersection VIII. Eliminate any ignition sources until the area is determined to be free from explosion orfire hazards. Contain the release and eliminate it’s source, if this can be done without risk. Take upand containerize for proper disposal as described under Waste Disposal Method. Comply withFederal, State and local regulations on reporting releases. Always contact a permitted wastedisposer (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local, state and federal regulations.Same as above.Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.Keep container tightly closed. Store away from heat, sparks, open flame.Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal ProtectionEngineering ControlsPersonal ProtectionEyes Safety glasses with side shields must be worn at all times.Body Impervious protective clothing must be worn to prevent skin contact.Respiratory If workplace exposure limit(s) of product or any component is exceeded (see TLV/PEL), aNIOSH/MSHA approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control.OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA respirators (negative pressure type) underspecified conditions (see your safety supplier). Engineering and/or administrative controls should beimplemented to reduce exposure. Material must be handled or transferred in an approved fume hoodor with adequate ventilation.Hands Neoprene, nitrile or equivalent gloves.Personal Protection inCase of a Large SpillFeet Not available.Safety glasses with side shields, impervious protective clothing, respirator if necessary and neoprene,nitrile or equivalent gloves.Product NameExposure Limits1)Water2)Formaldehyde 37%3)Consult Local authorities before acceptable exposure limits.Section 9. Physical and Chemical PropertiesPhysical State and Clear liquid. Odor: Not available.AppearanceMolecular Weight Not applicable. Taste: Not available.Molecular Formula Not applicable. Color: Clear.pH (1%/Water)Not applicable.Boiling/Condensation Not applicable.PointMelting/Freezing Point Not applicable.Critical Temperature Not applicable.Specific GravityNot applicable.Vapor PressureNot applicable.Vapor DensityNot applicable.VolatilityNot applicable.Odor ThresholdNot applicable.Evaporation Rate Not applicable.VOCNot available.ViscosityNot available.Ionicity (in water) Not available.Dispersion Properties Not available.SolubilityMiscible in water.

10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Page 3 of 4Physical ChemicalCommentsNot available.Section 10. Stability and ReactivityStability and Reactivity Stable.Conditions of Instability Avoid contact with ignition sources.Incompatibility withVarious SubstancesAcids, oxidizers, strong alkalies. Contact with HCl may cause formation of the potent carcinogen,bischloromethyl ether.Hazardous Decomposition Metal•O, HCl, CL, CO xProductsHazardousNot available.PolymerizationSection 11. Toxicological InformationToxicity to AnimalsChronic Effects onHumansOther Toxic Effects onHumansSpecial Remarks onToxicity to AnimalsSpecial Remarks onChronic Effects onHumansSpecial Remarks onOther Toxic Effectson HumansFormaldehyde orl-rat LD50: 800mg/kgLC50: Not available.Chemical Name CAS # DeMinimis/SARA 313%Formaldehyde 50-00-0 0.1Formaldehyde has the potential to cause cancer in humans. Repeated and prolonged exposureincreases the risk. In humans, formaldehyde exposure has been associated with cancers of the lungs,nasopharynx and oropharynx, and nasal passages.Tests on laboratory animals indicate formaldehyde may cause tumors and may produce adversemutagenic and reproductive effects. Cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Substances (RTECS).Not available.Not available.Section 12. Ecological InformationEcotoxicityBODS and CODBiodegradable/OEDCMobilityNot available.Not available.Not available.Not available.Toxicity of theProducts ofBiodegradationSpecial Remarks onThe Products ofBiodegradationNot available.Not available.Section 13. Disposal ConsiderationsWaste Information Not available.Waste StreamNot available.Consult your local or regional authorities.Section 14. Transport InformationDOT ClassificationMarine PollutantNot available.Hazardous Substances Not available.Reportable QuantitySpecial Provisions for Not applicable.TransportTDG ClassificationNot controlled under TDG (Canada).ADR/RID Classification Not controlled under ADR (Europe).IMO/IMDG Classification Not controlled under IMDG.ICAO/IATA Classification Not controlled under IATA.

10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Page 4 of 4Section 15. Other InformationLabel requirementsHazardous MaterialInformation System(U.S.A.)Health 2Fire Hazard 1Reactivity 0Personal ProtectionNational FireProtectionAssociation(U.S.A.)Health12 0Fire HazardReactivitySpecific HazardReferencesOther SpecialConsiderationsValidated by Dr. B on 5/1/02.Notice to ReaderTo the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiariesassumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.