10% Formalin Fixative, Unbuffered

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 4

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Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. Causes damage to organs. Combustible liquid.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.

Response

IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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/physician. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.