GLUTARALDEHYDE, 25%

Health hazards

Information OSHA Effects of Overexposure Skin Contact: Contact may cause severe irritation or burns. Information Eye Contact: Contact is irritating to the eyes and may cause temporary corneal damage. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and gastrointestinal irritation and burns to the mouth and throat. May damage the central nervous system, liver and kidneys. Inhalation: Inhalation may irritate the nose, throat and upper respiratory tract.

Potential chronic health

of Overexposure Kidney damage, liver damage. Central nervous system damage. Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL TWA STEL Ceiling Water NE Glutaraldehyde NE ACGIH TLV TWA STEL Ceiling Water NE Glutaraldehyde NE 0.2 ppm Toxicity Data: Water No information available Glutaraldehyde LD50 (intraperitoneal, rat) 17.9 mg/kg LD50 (subcutaneous, rat) 2390 mg/kg LD50 (skin, rabbit) 2560 mg/kg LD50 (oral, rat) 134 mg/kg

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Kidney disorders Liver or central nervous system disorders. Target Organs: CNS, liver, kidneys, skin. eyes. Reproductive Effects: None Identified Carcinogenicity: None Identified Component NTP Listing IARC Listing OSHA Regulated Water No listing No Listing Glutaraldehyde No listing Emergency First Aid Procedures Skin Contact: Flush skin with plenty of water. Seek medical attention. Eye Contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention. Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult administer oxygen. Seek Emergency First Aid Procedures Inhalation: medical attention. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious, give water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention. Additional First aid and Treatment Notes: No information available Reactivity Data Stability: Stable Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur Incompatibles: Incompatible with strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers. Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon (CO, CO2) Conditions to Avoid: Heat. Spill and Disposal Procedures Spill and Leak Procedures: Prevent spread of spill. Absorb with sand or inert material. Sweep or scoop into a disposal container. Flush spill area with water.

Disposal

Procedures Dispose in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations. Protective Equipment Ventilation: Use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV and PEL requirements. Respiratory Protection: If ventilation controls do not limit airborne concentrations below PEL or TLV values, an approved respirator must be worn. Use a chemical cartridge respirator with an organic vapor cartridge. Skin and Eye Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves. Maintain an eyewash station and safety shower nearby. Storage and Handling Precautions

Storage

Area GENERAL Store in a cool, dry area. Keep away from incompatible substances. Protect from direct light and minimize contact with air. Protect containers from physical damage. Store in a refrigerator for maximum shelf life. Transportation Information Regulated Material domestic ground transportation (reference: CFR Title 49, Transportation)