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.

2 800-522-7270 Emergency Phone Number: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.

3 Contains formaldehyde which can cause cancer. 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.

7 Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. 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.

8 Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. 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 ).

9 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; 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.

10 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: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.