BL21 Competent Cells, Part Number 200133

Hazard statements (CLP)

H312, H315, H317, H318, H320, H361, H373, H412

Code

Statements

H312

Harmful in contact with skin

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA/HCS status : BL21 Competent Cells This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). pUC 18 DNA Control While this material is not considered hazardous by the Plasmid OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), this SDS contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. This SDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product. Beta Mercaptoethanol This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). BL21 Competent Cells H320 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2B Beta Mercaptoethanol H312 ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 4 H315 SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2 H318 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE - Category 1 H317 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 H361 TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION - Category 2 H373 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 2 H412 AQUATIC HAZARD (LONG-TERM) - Category 3 BL21 Competent Cells Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient (s) of unknown hazards to the aquatic environment: 5%

Hazard pictograms

Beta Mercaptoethanol

Signal word

BL21 Competent Cells Warning pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid No signal word. Beta Mercaptoethanol Danger

Hazard statements

BL21 Competent Cells H320 - Causes eye irritation. pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid No known significant effects or critical hazards. Beta Mercaptoethanol H312 - Harmful in contact with skin. H315 - Causes skin irritation. H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318 - Causes serious eye damage. H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

BL21 Competent Cells Not applicable. pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid Not applicable. Beta Mercaptoethanol P201 - Obtain special instructions before use. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. P273 - Avoid release to the environment. P260 - Do not breathe vapor. P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling.

Response

BL21 Competent Cells P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid Not applicable. Beta Mercaptoethanol P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P302 + P312, P352 - IF ON SKIN: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Wash with plenty of water. P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention. P305 + P351 + P338, P310 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

BL21 Competent Cells Not applicable. pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid Not applicable. Beta Mercaptoethanol Not applicable.

Disposal

BL21 Competent Cells Not applicable. pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid Not applicable. Beta Mercaptoethanol P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Supplemental label elements

BL21 Competent Cells None known. elements pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid None known. Beta Mercaptoethanol None known.

2.3 Other hazards

Hazards not otherwise : BL21 Competent Cells None known. classified pUC 18 DNA Control Plasmid None known. Beta Mercaptoethanol None known.