ReadyPrep 2-D Rehydration/Sample Buffer 1 (M)SDS Number

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Toxic by inhalation Contains a known or suspected carcinogen TOXIC TO AQUATIC ORGANISMS; MAY CAUSE LONG-TERM ADVERSE EFFECTS IN THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT Appearance solid Physical state Solid Odour Odourless

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 5 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 5 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute Hazard Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic Hazard Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be harmful if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Avoid release to the environment

Response

Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor Collect spillage

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other physicochemical hazards

Not applicable.

Health hazards

Immediate Health Effects: If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a doctor immediately. If symptoms persist, call a doctor. Can cause poisoning if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed by the skin. Symptoms of poisoning may appear even after several hours. Medical examination necessary even merely on suspicion of intoxication.

Potential chronic health

Contains a known or suspected carcinogen. Contains a known or suspected reproductive toxin

Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment 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