Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2014-03-14
Product name
16% Formaldehyde, Methanol Free
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300 (for emergencies only
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Company Information
company name
Covaris, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Toxicity (oral) - Category 4 Acute Toxicity (dermal) - Category 4 Acute Toxicity (inhalation - vapor) – Category 4 Carcinogenicity - Category 1A Flammable Liquids - Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2A Skin sensitizer - Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure - Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause cancer. May cause respiratory irritation. 2.
Prevention
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing gas/mist/vapors/spray. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Rinse mouth. If skin irritation or rash occurs, get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store locked up. Store closed in well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.
2.3 Other hazards
None Specific Concentration Limits The values listed below represent the percentages of ingredients of unknown toxicity. Acute oral toxicity 0% Acute dermal toxicity 0% Acute inhalation toxicity 0% Acute aquatic toxicity 10-20%