Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
107-22-2
Name of the chemical
Glyoxal
Concentration
*
General Information
Revision date
2015-04-01
Product name
GTF Formalin Substitute
Product Synonyms
Glyoxal fixative; tissue fixative
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemical
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Anatech Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquid (Category 3) Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2) Eye damage/irritation (Category 2B) Sensitization-skin (Category 1B) Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2) See Section 11. Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure (STOT-SE) (Category 3) (Respiratory irritant). See Section 11.
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects (micro-organisms, cell cultures). May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing mist/vapors/spray. Use in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Response
If exposed/concern/do not feel well: Call poison center or get medical advice/attention. If on skin/hair: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. In case of fire: Use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish. Specific treatment: See Section 4 of this SDS. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with governmental regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
None as defined under 29 CFR 1900.1200
