199755-EN-AUST

FORMALDEHYDE, 37% SOLUTION, EP GRADE

Catalog Number: 199755 Revision date: 17-Mar-2005Australia Hazardous Statement: Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC

Material Safety Data Sheet HAZARDOUS

1. COMPANY DETAILS Supplier: MP Biomedicals Australasia Pty Limited

Unit 12, 167 Prospect Hwy. Seven Hills, NSW 2147 Aust.

Telephone Number: (02) 9838 7422Fax Number: (02) 9838 7390 Emergency telephone number: (02) 9838 7422: hours: 8.30 AM to 5.00 PM Australian Business Number (ABN):

31 106 467 109

2. IDENTIFICATION

Product name: FORMALDEHYDE, 37% SOLUTION, EP GRADECatalog Number: 199755Synonyms: Formalin; Aldehyde Formique; Formic Aldehyde; Methylene

Glycol; Methylene oxide; Formalina UN/Id No: 1198Proper shipping name: Formaldehyde solution, flammableIATA Hazard Label(s): Flammable Liquid & Corrosive Hazard Class 3 - Flammable liquid Subsidiary risk: 8 Packing group: III Emergency Action Code (Hazchem code): 2YEPoisons schedule No. (Aust)/Toxic Substance (NZ): S6 Poison.Recommended use: Research product for non-human use Component Australia (AICS):WATER7732-18-5 (50.5)

PresentFORMALDEHYDE50-00-0 (37)

PresentMETHANOL67-56-1 (12.5)

Present

3. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES

Appearance and Odor Colorless solutions or gas with a strong pungent odor.Physical state: LiquidFormula: CH20Molecular weight: 30.03

Product name: FORMALDEHYDE, 37% SOLUTION, EP GRADE

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Boiling point/range: ca. 99 C at 1013 hPaMelting point/range: -92 CDensity: 1.04 g/cm3 at 20 CVapor pressure: ca. .002 hPa at 25 CEvaporation rate: Formaldehyde evaporates from solution,Vapor density: 1.03 (air = 1)Solubility (in water): SolubleFlash point: 85 C (closed cup)Autoignition temperature: ca. 430 C at 1013 hPaFlammable limits in air - lower (%):

Not determined

Flammable limits in air - upper (%):

Not determined

4. INGREDIENTS

Components CAS Number Weight % EC No. ClassificationWATER 7732-18-5 50.5 231-791-2 --FORMALDEHYDE 50-00-0 37 200-001-8 T; CMETHANOL 67-56-1 12.5 200-659-6 F; T

5. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Australia Hazardous Statement: Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC

Indication of Danger: F - Flammable. T - Toxic. C - Corrosive.

Risk Phrases:R10 - Flammable. R34 - Causes burns. R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact.

R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.

Safety Phrases:S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible). S51 - Use only in well ventilated areas.

S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

Category of Danger: Carc. cat. 3 , Corrosive , Toxic , Flammable , Lachrymator, Skin Sensitizer Poisons schedule No. (Aust)/Toxic Substance (NZ): S6 Poison.




6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION HEALTH EFFECTS EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects if swallowed. May also have serious

irreversible effects through skin contact or inhalation. Flammable The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes May cause sensitization by skin contact

Principle routes of exposure: SkinInhalation: Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation.Ingestion: Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects if swallowed. Skin contact: May cause allergic skin reaction Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by

prolonged skin contact. Eye contact: Risk of serious damage to eyes Vapors extremely irritating to eyes an respiratory

tractStatements of hazard COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AND VAPOR. CAUSES EYE IRRITATION. MAY

CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION. Toxic if swallowed Components Australian Exposure Standards -

CarcinogensAustralia - Exposure Standards - Short

WATER Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE probable carcinogen 2 ppm STEL; 2.5 mg/m STELMETHANOL Not Listed 250 ppm STEL; 328 mg/m STEL Components Australia - Exposure Standards - Skin E Australia - Exposure Standards - Time WWATER Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE sensitiser 1 ppm TWA; 1.2 mg/m TWAMETHANOL skin absorption 200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m TWA FIRST AID General advice: In the case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show

the label where possible).Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Call a physician immediately.Skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water Rinse immediately with plenty of

water for at least 15 minutes Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use Call a physician immediately Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician Consult a physician if necessary

Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Induce vomiting, but only if victim is fully conscious. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Induce vomiting if person is conscious. Consult a physician

Eye contact: Flush eye(s) immediately with plenty of water. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Protection of first-aiders: No information availableNotes to physician: NoneMedical conditions aggravated by exposure:

None known

7. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE




Components Australian Exposure Standards - TWA

Australian Exposure Standards - Carcinogens

Australian List of Designated Hazardous

FORMALDEHYDE probable carcinogen Candidate Chemical Section 8 Notes: TWA - The time-weighted average airborne concentration over an eight-hour working day, for a five-day working week over an entire working life. According to current knowledge this concentration should neither impair the health or, not cause undue discomfort to, nearly all workers.

Engineering measures: Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatusHand protection: Pvc disposable glovesSkin and body protection: Impervious clothing Long sleeved clothingEye protection: Safety glassesHygiene measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

8. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

Storage:ROOM TEMPERATURE Handling: Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.Safe handling advice: Wear personal protective equipment. Remove and wash contaminated clothing

before reuse.Technical measures/storage conditions:

Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition

Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.Polymerization: None under normal processing.Hazardous decomposition products:

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours such as carbon oxides.

Materials to avoid: Acids Bases Strong oxidising agents Phenols UreaConditions to avoid: Exposure to air or moisture over prolonged periods. Spills and Disposal: Personal precautions: Use personal protective equipment. Remove all sources of

ignition.Environmental precautions: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.Methods for cleaning up: Soak up with inert absorbent material.Waste from residues / unused products: Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate

Federal, State, and local regulations. This product, if unaltered by use, may be disposed of by treatment at a permitted facility or as advised by your local hazardous waste regulatory authority. Residue from fires extinguished with this material may be hazardous.

Contaminated packaging: Do not re-use empty containers




Fire/Explosion Hazards: Suitable extinguishing media: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or "alcohol" foamSpecific hazards: Flammable Solutions of formaldehyde in water are

considered combustible as the flammable vapors escape and form explosive mixtures with air over a wide range.

Unusual hazards: None knownSpecial protective equipment for firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus

pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear

Specific methods: Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

9. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Product InformationAcute toxicityComponents RTECS Number: Selected LD50s and LC50sWATER ZC0110000 Oral LD50 Rat = > 90 ml/kgFORMALDEHYDE LP8925000 Inhalation LC50 Rat : 203 mg/m

Inhalation LC50 Mouse : 454 mg/m/4HOral LD50 Rat : 100 mg/kgOral LD50 Mouse : 42 mg/kgDermal LD50 Rabbit : 270 uL/kg

METHANOL PC1400000 Inhalation LC50 Rat : 64000 ppm/4HOral LD50 Rat : 5628 mg/kgOral LD50 Mouse : 7300 mg/kgDermal LD50 Rabbit : 15800 mg/kg

Chronic toxicity: Chronic exposure may cause nausea and vomiting, higher exposure causes

unconsciousness.Local effects: Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and

vomiting.Specific effects: May include moderate to severe erythema (redness) and moderate edema (raised

skin), nausea, vomiting, headache.Carcinogenic effects: Possible carcinogenMutagenic effects: No data is available on the product itself.Reproductive toxicity: No data is available on the product itself.Components NIOSH - Health Effects NIOSH - Target OrgansFORMALDEHYDE Nasal cancer eyes, skin, respiratory system, nasal cancerMETHANOL Blindness, metabolic acidosis skin, eyes, CNS, GI tract, respiratory system

10. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Mobility: No data availableBioaccumulation: No data availableEcotoxicity effects: No data availableAquatic toxicity: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Components U.S. DOT - Appendix B -

Marine PollutanU.S. DOT - Appendix B - Severe Marine Pollutants

United Kingdom - The Red List:

WATER Not Listed Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE Not Listed Not Listed Not ListedMETHANOL Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed




Components Germany VCI (WGK) World Health Organization (WHO) - Drinking Water

Ecotoxicity - Fish Species Data

WATER Not Listed Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE 2 900 ug/L LC50 (96 hr) fathead

minnow:24.1 mg/L. Cond:Flow-through, 21.7 C, pH 6.8, 50.8 mg/L CaCO3.;LC50 (96 hr) bluegill:0.10 mg/L. Cond:Flow-through.

METHANOL 1 Not Listed LC50 (96 hr) fathead minnow (28-29 days old):29400 mg/L. Cond:25 C, pH 7.63-7.69, 43.5 mg/L CaCo3.;LC50 (96 hr) rainbow trout (fingerling):13-68 mg/L. Cond. 12 C.:;LC50 (48 hr) trout:8000 mg/L.:

Components Ecotoxicity - Freshwater

Algae DataEcotoxicity - Microtox Data Ecotoxicity - Water Flea

DataWATER Not Listed Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE Not Listed EC50 (30 min)

Photobacterium phosphoreum:3.00-10.2 mg/L Microtox test.:

EC50 (96 hr) water flea:20 mg/L.:

METHANOL Not Listed EC50 (30 min) Photobacterium phosphoreum:51,000-320,000 mg/L Microtox test.:

Not Listed

Components EPA - ATSDR Priority List EPA - HPV Challenge

Program Chemical ListCalifornia - Priority Toxic Pollutants

WATER Not Listed Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE Rank (of 275): 256 indicator 4; Fully and ICCA

sponsoredNot Listed

METHANOL Not Listed indicator 4; Fully and ICCA sponsored

Not Listed

Components California - Priority Toxic Pollutants California - Priority Toxic Pollutants WATER Not Listed Not ListedFORMALDEHYDE Not Listed Not ListedMETHANOL Not Listed Not Listed

11. TRANSPORT INFORMATION IMDG/IMO Proper shipping name: Formaldehyde solution, flammable IMDG - Hazard Classifications IMDG class or division = 3, 8 (UN1198); 8 (UN2209) IMDG - Marine Pollutants Not Applicable IMDG - Marine Pollutants Not Applicable IMDG - Regulated Substances UN1198 (flammable); UN2209 (with not less than 25%

formaldehyde) IMDG - Severe Marine Pollutants Not Applicable




IMO-labels: Packing group: III Proper shipping name: Formaldehyde solution, flammable UN/Id No: 1198 ADR/RID Australia Hazardous Statement: Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC Hazard Class 3 Item: FORMALDEHYDE, 37% SOLUTION, EP GRADE ADR/RID-labels: Corrosive UN/Id No: 1198 Emergency Action Code (Hazchem code): 2YE Proper shipping name: Formaldehyde solution, flammable ICAO: Hazard Class 3 Packing group: III Proper shipping name: Formaldehyde solution, flammable

12. REGULATORY INFORMATION International inventories:

Contains: FORMALDEHYDE ACS REAGENT GRADE May produce an allergic reaction. Indication of Danger: F - Flammable. T - Toxic. C - Corrosive.

Korean KECL: KE-17074

Australia (AICS):

Korean KECL:

Philippines PICCS: Present

KE-35400

Present

METHANOLAustralia (AICS): Present


Inventory - China: Present

WATER

EU EINECS List - 200-659-6; CH4O

FORMALDEHYDE

Inventory - China:

Korean KECL: KE-23193

Present


Australia (AICS): PresentInventory - China: Present

EU EINECS List - 231-791-2; H2O

Catalog Number: 199755

EU EINECS List - 200-001-8; CH2O


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Risk Phrases: R10 - Flammable. R34 - Causes burns. R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact.

Risk Combination Phrases R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.

Safety Phrases: S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible). S51 - Use only in well ventilated areas.

Safety Combination Phrases: S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

Poisons schedule No. (Aust)/Toxic Substance (NZ): S6 Poison.

13. OTHER INFORMATION Prepared by: Health & SafetyDisclaimer: The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon tests believed to be reliable. However, MP Biomedicals does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness NOR SHALL ANY OF THIS INFORMATION CONSTITUTE A WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE SAFETY OF THE GOODS, THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE GOODS, OR THE FITNESS OF THE GOODS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Adjustment to conform to actual conditions of usage maybe required. MP Biomedicals assumes no responsibility for results obtained or for incidental or consequential damages, including lost profits arising from the use of these data. No warranty against infringement of any patent, copyright or trademark is made or implied.

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