Beckman CoulterTM MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Page1of5@BeckmanCoulter TMMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETSection 1 Company and Product IdentificationProduct NamePart Number 3502Saturated KClDoc. ID 3502-75 AAIssued (day/month/year) 17/10/2000ManufacturerDistributor andEmergency Phone No.Beckman Coulter, Inc.4300 Harbor Blvd.Fullerton, CA 92834-3100, U.S.A.Refer to attached list, Document ID: 472050, for local distributor andemergency phone numbers.☎Section 2 Composition and Information on IngredientsHazardous Ingredients:Emergency OverviewNoneSection 3 Hazards IdentificationColorless; Clear; Liquid; OdorlessNonflammable aqueous solution.Does not meet EU, OSHA or WHMIS criteria for hazardous materials.A–Physical HazardsB–Potential HealthEffects SummaryProduct HazardClassificationsBeckman Coulter SafetyRatingNo physical hazards were determined from a review of available literature.This product does not meet EU, OSHA or WHMIS criteria for hazardousmaterials.EU:Not applicableFlammability (Section IV): 0Health (Section V): 1Reactivity (Section VI): 0Contact (Section VIII): 1WHMIS:Not applicableCode0=none1=slight2=caution3=severeUS OSHA:Not applicableSection 4 First Aid MeasuresInhalationEye ContactSkin ContactIngestionIf product is inhaled, move exposed individual to fresh air. If individual is notbreathing, begin artificial respiration immediately and obtain medical attention.If product is splashed in eyes, wash eyes under gently running water forseveral minutes, making sure that the eyelids are held open. If irritation orredness develops, obtain medical attention.In case of skin contact, wash area with soap and water. Rinse well withwater.If ingested, wash out mouth with water. Call a physician.©2000 Beckman Coulter, Inc.Global MSDS – English

Saturated KCl MSDS # 3502-75 AA Page2of5Section 5 Fire Fighting MeasuresFlash PointFlammable LimitsAutoignition Temp.Extinguishing MediaSpecial Fire andExplosion HazardsHazardous CombustionProductsProtective Equipmentfor FirefightersNot applicableNot applicableNot applicableUse extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fire.No special hazards determined.Due to the nature and volume of this product, the type and amount ofcombustion products are negligible.Self-contained breathing apparatus is recommended for firefighters.Section 6 Accidental Release MeasuresPersonal PrecautionsSpill and LeakProceduresEnvironmentalPrecautionsAvoid skin contact. Use good laboratory procedures.Wipe up material carefully and place in container suitable for disposal.Contain spill to prevent migration.Section 7 Handling and StorageHandling PrecautionsRecommended StorageConditionsUse good laboratory procedures; avoid eye and skin contact.Keep away from incompatible material.To maintain efficacy, store according to the instructions in the productlabeling.Section 8 Exposure Controls and Personal ProtectionExposure LimitsUS OSHA:None establishedACGIH:None establishedDFG MAK:Engineering ControlsRespiratory ProtectionEye ProtectionSkin ProtectionNone establishedUse in well ventilated area.Under normal conditions, the use of this product should not requirerespiratory protection. If overexposure should occur and ventilation is notadequate to maintain airborne concentrations at acceptable levels, the useof respiratory protection should be evaluated by a qualified professional.Safety glasses or chemical goggles should be worn to prevent eye contact.Impervious gloves should be worn to prevent skin contact.Section 9 Physical and Chemical PropertiesPhysical StateLiquid

Saturated KCl MSDS # 3502-75 AA Page5of5Section 16 Other InformationFor further information, please contact your local Beckman Coulter representative.WHILE BECKMAN COULTER, INC. BELIEVES THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS VALID AND ACCURATE, BECKMAN COULTER MAKES NO WARRANTY ORREPRESENTATION AS TO ITS VALIDITY, ACCURACY, OR CURRENCY. BECKMAN COULTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE OR OTHERWISE RESPONSIBLE IN ANY WAYFOR USE OF EITHER THIS INFORMATION OR MATERIALS TO WHICH IT APPLIES. DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MAY BE SUBJECT TO LOCAL LAWS ORREGULATIONS.Printed in U.S.A.