10% Neutral Buffered Formalin - RAS1

1 Material Safety Data Sheet93709 Print Date: 2/15/08 Revision Date: 11/01/2007 ACC#10% Neutral Buffered FormalinVersion: 4 Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company IdentificationMSDS Name:10% Neutral Buffered FormalinCatalog Numbers:511201, 51201, 51401, 51601, 51901, 531201, 53151, 531801, 53301, 534801, 53601, 53901, 561201, 5705 EXL, 5912001 56201, 56401, 56601, 56901, 5701, 5705, 5725, 5755, 591201, 591201 PMC, 591801, 59201, 59401, RBH-0180-S 59401 PMC, 594801, 59601, 59601 PMC, 59901, 599601, 9400-1, 9400-55, LC-0015, LC-0020, LC-0040, LC-0060, LC-0090, LC-0120, C4320-101, C4320-105, C4320-15B, C4320-180B, C4320-450B, C4320-60B, , C4320-90 BSynonyms:None Identification:Richard Allan Scientific4481 Campus DriveKalamazoo, MI 49008 Company Phone Number:800-522-7270 Emergency Phone Number.

2 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC Phone Number, US:(800) 424-9300 CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe:(202) 483-7616 Section 2 - Composition, Information on IngredientsPercentEINECS/HazardSymbolsEL INCSRisk PhrasesChemical Name:CAS# 7732-18-5 Water94-95231-791-2 XI 43 67-56-1 Methyl F T 11 23/24/25 39/23/24/25 7558-79-4 Sodium phosphate dibasic<1231-448-7 7558-80-7 Sodium acid phosphate< 1 Section 3 - Hazards IdentificationEMERGENCY OVERVIEWA ppearance: Colorless clear liquidWarning! Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Contains formaldehyde which can cause cancer.

3 May cause allergic respiratory and skin reaction. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory tract Organs: Central nervous system, Lungs, Respiratory system, SkinPotential Health EffectsEye: Causes eye :Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this :Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and :Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause allergic respiratory :Contains formaldehyde which can cause cancer in humans.

4 There is sufficient evidence that formaldehyde causes nasopharyngeal cancer in humans, a rare cancer in developed countries. There is limited evidence that formaldehyde causes cancer of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses and strong but not sufficient evidence for 4 - First Aid MeasuresEyes:Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid :Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

5 Wash clothing before :Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid :Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a to Physician:Treat symptomatically and 2 Material Safety Data Sheet93709 Print Date: 2/15/08 Revision Date: 11/01/2007 ACC#10% Neutral Buffered FormalinVersion: 4 Section 5 - Fire Fighting MeasuresGeneral Information:As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/ niosh (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.

6 During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate Temperature:Not availableExplosion Limits:Lower: Not available Upper: Not availableFlash Point:> C (> F)NFPA Rating:(estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0 Section 6 - Accidental Release MeasuresGeneral Information:Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section :Absorb spill with inert material ( vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section.

7 Provide 7 - Handling and StorageHandling:Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapor or :Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal ProtectionEngineering Controls:Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.

8 See 29 CFR for regulatory requirements pertaining to all occupational exposures to formaldehyde, , from formaldehyde gas, its solutions, and materials that release 3 Material Safety Data Sheet93709 Print Date: 2/15/08 Revision Date: 11/01/2007 ACC#10% Neutral Buffered FormalinVersion: 4 Exposure LimitsChemical Name:ACGIHNIOSHOSHAW aterNone listedNone listedNone ppm TWA 20 ppm IDLH ppm Ceiling (15 min) ppm TWA; ppm Action Level; ppm TWA; 2 ppm STEL (Irritant and potential cancer hazard - see 29 CFR ); ppm CeilingMethyl alcohol200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA 6000 ppm IDLH200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA;200 ppm TWA;250 ppm STEL;Skin - potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous routeSodium phosphate dibasicNone listedNone listedNone listedSodium acid phosphateNone listedNone listedNone listedOSHA Vacated PELsFormaldehyde: 3 ppm TWA (unless specified in )Methyl alcohol: 200 ppm TWA.

9 260 mg/m3 TWAP ersonal Protective EquipmentEyes:Wear chemical splash :Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin :Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin :Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR or European Standard EN 149. Use a niosh /MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are 9 - Physical and Chemical PropertiesPhysical State:Clear liquidColor:ColorlessOdor:Characteristic odorpH:No information foundVapor Pressure:No information foundVapor Density:No information foundEvaporation Rate:No information foundViscosity:No information foundBoiling Point:No information foundFreezing/Melting Point:No information foundDecomposition Temperature:No information foundSolubility in water.

10 No information foundPage 4 Material Safety Data Sheet93709 Print Date: 2/15/08 Revision Date: 11/01/2007 ACC#10% Neutral Buffered FormalinVersion: 4 Specific Gravity/Density:No information foundMolecular Formula:SolutionMolecular Weight:No information foundSection 10 - Stability and ReactivityChemical Stability:Stable under normal temperatures and to Avoid:Excess heat, confined spacesIncompatibilities with Other MaterialsStrong oxidizing agents, magnesium, nitric acid, sulfuric acid, nitromethane, bromine, cyanuric chloride, chlorine, acetyl bromide, beryllium dihydride, calcium carbide, barium perchlorateHazardous Decomposition ProductsCarbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, formic acidHazardous PolymerizationHas not been reportedSection 11 - Toxicological InformationRTECS:CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 CAS# 50-00-0: LP8925000 CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000 CAS# 7558-79-4: WC4500000 CAS# 7558-80-7.