Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
5-<10
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
3-<5
General Information
Revision date
2023-03-07
Product name
Fixative
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Banned and/or restricted
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Abcam Australia Pty. Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
au.technical@abcam.com, sds@abcam.com
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H302, H315, H317, H319, H330, H335, H350i, H371
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Flammable liquids Category 4 - (H227) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 - (H302) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 - (H330) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 - (H315) Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 - (H319) Skin sensitisation Category 1 - (H317) Carcinogenicity Category 1B - (H350i) Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 2 Category 3 - (H371, H335) _____________________________________________________________________________________________
2.2 Label elements
Skull and crossbones
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H227 - Combustible liquid H302 - Harmful if swallowed H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H330 - Fatal if inhaled H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H350i - May cause cancer by inhalation H371 - May cause damage to organs
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a doctor Call a doctor if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISONS CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in well-ventilated place
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other hazards which do not result in classification
May be harmful in contact with skin.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 4 - (H227) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 - (H302) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 - (H330) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 - (H315) Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 - (H319) Skin sensitisation Category 1 - (H317) Carcinogenicity Category 1B - (H350i) Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 2 Category 3 - (H371, H335) _____________________________________________________________________________________________