Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
10-20
General Information
Revision date
2021-11-17
Product name
FIXATIVE - 10498
Manufacturer Name
Legal Entity / Contact Address
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
antibody_safetydatasheets@bio-rad.com, ctsthailand@bio-rad.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview CORROSIVE - CAUSES IRREVERSIBLE EYE (AND SKIN) DAMAGE Risk of serious damage to eyes May cause allergic skin reaction Contains a known or suspected carcinogen Appearance Clear to semi-clear Physical state Liquid Odour No information available
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 1 Category 3 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute Hazard Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Causes damage to organs May cause respiratory irritation Harmful to aquatic life
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Avoid release to the environment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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 CENTRE or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable
Other physicochemical hazards
Not applicable.
Health hazards
Immediate Health Effects: Harmful. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Impairment of vision. Allergic reactions (sensitiser). Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain, or flushing. Signs and symptoms may include coughing, gasping, choking and difficulty breathing.
Potential chronic health
Contains a known or suspected mutagen. Contains a known or suspected carcinogen. Target organ(s)
Environmental hazards
This material is a water pollutant. Keep out of drains, sewers, ditches and waterways. Minimise use of water to prevent environmental contamination
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Not applicable