General Information
Revision date
2015-12-08
Product name
Safe-Clear
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Histology clearing agent, replacement for Xylenes. For laboratory use only
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Company Information
company name
E K Industries, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
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 (Vapors) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Aspiration toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 4
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if inhaled. Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Combustible liquid.
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Keep cool. 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 ON SKIN . If skin irritation 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. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.