MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page 1 of 5 Product Reorder No ...
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<strong>MATERIAL</strong> <strong>SAFETY</strong> <strong>DATA</strong> <strong>SHEET</strong> <strong>Page</strong> 1 <strong>of</strong> 5<strong>Product</strong> <strong>Reorder</strong> <strong>No</strong>. 5851MSDS Number: VS60331-00Issue Date: May 15, 1996Supersedes: New IssueERCO <strong>No</strong>.: R6-0988CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION - SECTION 1Company Identification:Becton Dickinson VACUTAINER® SystemsA Division <strong>of</strong> Becton Dickinson and Company1 Becton DriveFranklin Lakes, NJ 07417-1885FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, SPILL LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE, OR ACCIDENT:In the continental U.S., call Chemtrec: 1-800-424-9300For additional non-emergency information, call: 1-800-631-0174<strong>Product</strong> Name: UNOPETTE® Brand Test for Manual RBC<strong>Reorder</strong> Number 005851Synonym(s): N/AChemical Formula: N/AChemical Family: N/ACOMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS - SECTION 2Chemical Name CAS Number Exposure Limits WeightSodium Azide 26628-22-8 .11 ppm (ACGIH) 0.2 mg (0.001%)Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 <strong>No</strong>ne Established 16.9 mg (0.86 %)HEALTH EFFECTS SUMMARY - SECTION 3The following information summarizes human experience and results <strong>of</strong> scientific investigations reviewed byhealth pr<strong>of</strong>essionals for hazard evaluation <strong>of</strong> and development <strong>of</strong> Precautionary Measures and OccupationalControl Procedures recommended in this document.Primary Route <strong>of</strong> Entry: Dermal contact, eye contact, inhalation, and ingestion.Medical Conditions Which Might be Aggravated: <strong>No</strong>ne identified.Acute Exposure Effects:1. Skin: May cause irritation or burns.2. Eyes: May cause irritation or burns.3. Inhalation: May cause irritation <strong>of</strong> upper respiratory tract, headache, dizziness, blurred vision,low blood pressure, slow heart rate, unconsciousness, and may be fatal.
<strong>MATERIAL</strong> <strong>SAFETY</strong> <strong>DATA</strong> <strong>SHEET</strong> <strong>Page</strong> 2 <strong>of</strong> 5<strong>Product</strong> <strong>Reorder</strong> <strong>No</strong>. 58514. Ingestion: May cause nausea, headache, vomiting, dizziness, gastrointestinal irritation, blurredvision, low blood pressure, slow heart rate, reduced body temperature, convulsions,unconsciousness, and may be fatal.Repeated Exposure Effects:1. Skin: Rapid absorption may be fatal.2. Inhalation: <strong>No</strong>ne identified.3. Ingestion: <strong>No</strong>ne identified.EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES - SECTION 4Skin: Immediately wash area with water for at least 15 minutes, while removing all contaminated clothing.Eyes: Immediately flush with copious amounts <strong>of</strong> water for at least 15 minutes.Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Prompt action is essential.Seek medical attention.Ingestion: Seek medical attention. Give large amounts <strong>of</strong> water to dilute. Induce vomiting if conscious.FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION - SECTION 5Flash Point: N/A Method: N/AAutoignition Temperature: N/A Method: N/ACombustibility: N/A Method: N/AExtinguishing Media: Use dry chemical or carbon dioxide only. Do not use water.Special Fire Fighting Procedures:Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES - SECTION 6Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and selfcontainedbreathing apparatus operated in positive pressure.Move exposed material away from fire, if no risk is involved.Explodes when heated. Decomposes at melting point.Avoid overexposure. Wear adequate protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Removeall ignition sources from the area. <strong>No</strong> smoking. Carefully place material into clean, dry container and cover.Dispose <strong>of</strong> promptly. Flush area with water. Keep spill away from drains, sewers, and waterways.HANDLING AND STORAGE PROCEDURES - SECTION 7Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks,or flames. <strong>No</strong> smoking around this material. Do not store near acids or in metal containers. Keep awayfrom incompatible materials.OCCUPATIONAL CONTROL PROCEDURES - SECTION 8Eye Protection:Use laboratory goggles and full face shield.
<strong>MATERIAL</strong> <strong>SAFETY</strong> <strong>DATA</strong> <strong>SHEET</strong> <strong>Page</strong> 3 <strong>of</strong> 5<strong>Product</strong> <strong>Reorder</strong> <strong>No</strong>. 5851Skin Protection: Use a uniform, apron, and rubber gloves.Respiratory Protection: A self-contained breathing apparatus is advised.Ventilation: Use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements.Airborne Exposure Limits: 0.11 ppmOther Protective Equipment: Eye bath, safety shower, aprons.PHYSICAL PROPERTIES - SECTION 9Appearance: Colorless crystals. Odor: Odorless.Vapor Pressure (@20°C mm Hg): N/A Viscosity @ 40°C (centistokes): N/ASpecific Gravity @ 25/25°C: N/A Solubility in Water (wt. %): N/ASolubility in Other Solvents: N/A<strong>No</strong>te:These physical data are typical values based on material tested but may vary from sample tosample. Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis <strong>of</strong> any specific lot or asspecifications for the product.REACTIVITY <strong>DATA</strong> - SECTION 10Reactivity: Unstable.Incompatibility:Heavy metals, strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, mineral acids, water, barium carbonate,bromine, carbon disulfide, acid chlorides, and dimethyl sulfate.Hazardous Decomposition <strong>Product</strong>s:Oxides <strong>of</strong> nitrogen, hydrazoic acid fumes, sodium.Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION - SECTION 11Acute Eye Effects: IrritationAcute Skin Effects: IrritationInhalation Toxicity: May be fatal.Ingestion Toxicity: May be fatal.Exposure Limits: <strong>No</strong>t established.Teratogenicity: <strong>No</strong>t established.Reproductive Toxicity: <strong>No</strong>t established.Mutagenicity: <strong>No</strong>t established.Synergistic <strong>Product</strong>s: <strong>No</strong>t established. Sensitization to <strong>Product</strong>: <strong>No</strong>t established.Carcinogenicity: Contains more than 0.1% by weight <strong>of</strong> a material listed as a potential carcinogen by:NTP <strong>No</strong> IARC <strong>No</strong> OSHA <strong>No</strong>Other Chronic Effects: <strong>No</strong>ne identified.Signs and Symptoms <strong>of</strong> Overexposure: <strong>No</strong>ne identified.Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Overexposure: <strong>No</strong>ne identified.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION - SECTION 12
<strong>MATERIAL</strong> <strong>SAFETY</strong> <strong>DATA</strong> <strong>SHEET</strong> <strong>Page</strong> 4 <strong>of</strong> 5<strong>Product</strong> <strong>Reorder</strong> <strong>No</strong>. 5851<strong>No</strong> data is available on the adverse effects <strong>of</strong> this material on the environment. Neither COD nor BOD dataare available.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS - SECTION 13Disposal should be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION - SECTION 14D.O.T.Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S. (NOT-REGULATED)Hazard Class/I.D. <strong>No</strong>./Packing Group: N/A.Label: N/A.I.M.O.Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S. (NOT-REGULATED)Hazard Class/I.D. <strong>No</strong>./Packing Group: N/A.Label: N/A.I.C.A.O./I.A.T.A.Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S. (NOT-REGULATED)Hazard Class/I.D. <strong>No</strong>./Packing Group: N/A.Label: N/A.REGULATORY INFORMATION - SECTION 15TSCA Inventory: Yes.Reportable Quantity (RQ) Under US EPA CERCLA Regulations: 1000 lbs.SARA Hazard <strong>No</strong>tification Hazard Categories Under Criteria <strong>of</strong> SARA Title III Rules(40 CFR Part 370): Yes. TPQ=500 lbs.Section 313 Toxic Chemical(s): Yes
<strong>MATERIAL</strong> <strong>SAFETY</strong> <strong>DATA</strong> <strong>SHEET</strong> <strong>Page</strong> 5 <strong>of</strong> 5<strong>Product</strong> <strong>Reorder</strong> <strong>No</strong>. 5851Hazardous Chemical(s) Under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard: YesOTHER INFORMATION - SECTION 16Label Information:POISON DANGERKeep container tightly closed when not in use. Contains Sodium Azide. Combustible. Causes irritation. Maybe fatal if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Explodes when heated. Contact with acid, water,heavy metals, can cause fire or explosion. Keep away from heat, sparks, or flames. Do not breathe dust.Use with adequate ventilation. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. In case <strong>of</strong> fire, DO NOT USEWATER. Use soda ash or sand for any spills.OTHER INFORMATION - SECTION 16 (CONTINUED)Hazard Ratings:NFPAHMISFire -- 2 Health -- 3Health -- 3 Flammability -- 2Reactivity -- 3 Reactivity -- 3Specific Hazard -- 2Information Contact:Becton Dickinson VACUTAINER® SystemsA Division <strong>of</strong> Becton Dickinson and Company1 Becton DriveFranklin Lakes, NJ 07417-1885To the best <strong>of</strong> our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither BectonDickinson and Company nor any <strong>of</strong> its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy orcompleteness <strong>of</strong> the information contained herein. Final determination <strong>of</strong> suitability <strong>of</strong> any material is the soleresponsibility <strong>of</strong> the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution.Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards thatexist.
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