Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-12-7
Name of the chemical
Formamide
Concentration
25%
General Information
Revision date
2025-05-15
Product name
Related Product Kit N/A
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
SwiftFISH Hybridization Buffer is used in Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH)
Emergency telephone
+1 716 856 3873
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Empire Genomics Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H351, H360, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Hazards Emergency Overview Harmful solution containing formamide and 1,3-propylene sulfite; may be toxic. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wear gloves, lab coat, and eye protection.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Signal words, Symbol, Hazard & Precautionary
Hazard statements
Danger Carcinogenicity (Category 2) Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure, Oral (Category 2), Blood H227 Combustible liquid. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs (Blood) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Potential health effects
Skin Contact Formamide and 1,3-Propylene sulfite: May be harmful if exposed to skin. Cause skin irritation. May cause itching, redness or inflammation. Eye Contact Formamide and 1,3-Propylene sulfite: May be harmful if exposed to eyes. Causes cause eye irritation. May cause watering eyes, stinging or burning sensation. Inhalation Formamide and 1,3-Propylene sulfite: May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause headache, dizziness, nausea or coughing. Ingestion Formamide and 1,3-Propylene sulfite: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of gastrointestinal tract, nausea, or vomiting. See Section 11: Toxicological Information for additional information.
Environmental effects
Formamide: Toxic to aquatic life. See Section 12: Ecological Information for additional information. 1,3-Propylene sulfite: None identified
