Stool Sample Collection & Stabilization Kit

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE This substance is not classified as dangerous according to European Union legislation

2.2 Label elements

(67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC) The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.

2.3 Other hazards

None known 3. CHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION Name CAS Nº % Ammonium Sulphate 7783-20-2 Guanidine hydrochloride 50-01-1 55 Water 7732-18-5 30 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1. DESCRIPTION OF DIRTS AID MEASURES Skin contact Rinse with plenty of water. If symptoms arise, call a physician. Eye contact Flush eyes with water as a precaution. Ingestion make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell. Inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. 4.2. MOST IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS, BOTH ACUTE AND DELAYED Not applicable 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. 5.2. SPECIAL HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE Nature of decomposition products not known. 5.3. ADVICE FOR FIRE FIGHTERS Special protective equipment for fire-fighters In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Use personal protective equipment.. 6.2. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS No special precautionary measures necessary. 6.3. METHODS AND MATERIAL FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING Observe label precautions. 7.2. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATIBILITIES Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep in properly labelled containers. 7.3. SPECIFIC END USE(S) For Research use only. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1. CONTROL PARAMETERS Exposure Limits No data available 8.2. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Engineering measures Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas Personal Protective Equipment requirements are dependent on the user institution's risk assessment and are specific to the risk assessment for each laboratory where this material may be used. Hand protection Impervious gloves. Eye protection Safety glasses with side-shields. Skin and body protection Lightweight protective clothing. Hygiene measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Respiratory protection Respiratory protection not required. For nuisance exposures use type OV/AG (US) or type ABEK (EU EN 14387) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1. BASIC INFORMATION ON PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Form liquid Odour No information available Boiling Point/Range °C No data available °F No data available Melting point/range °C No data available °F No data available Flash point °C No data available °F No data available Autoignition temperature °C No data available °F No data available Oxidizing properties No information available Water solubility soluble pH 5.0-5.2 Partition coefficient: noctanol/water No information available. Autoignition temperature No information available. Decomposition temperature No information available. Viscosity, dynamic No information available. Explosive properties No information available. Oxidizing properties No information available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This substance is not classified as dangerous according to European Union legislation.