GLYOXAL, 40%

Health hazards

Information OSHA Effects of Overexposure Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. Information Eye Contact: Vapors are irritating to the eyes. Liquid may cause severe irritation with stinging, tearing, redness and pain. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. Irritating to the upper respiratory tract and mucous membranes.

Potential chronic health

of Overexposure None Identified Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL TWA STEL Ceiling Water NE Glyoxal NE ACGIH TLV TWA STEL Ceiling Water NE Glyoxal NE Toxicity Data: Water No information available Glyoxal LD50 (oral, guinea pig) 760 mg/kg LD50 (intraperitoneal, mouse) 200 mg/kg LD50 (oral, rat) 1100 mg/kg

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None Identified Target Organs: Skin Reproductive Effects: None Identified Carcinogenicity: None Identified Component NTP Listing IARC Listing OSHA Regulated Water No listing No Listing Glyoxal No listing Emergency First Aid Procedures Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops. 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 medical attention. Ingestion: Emergency First Aid Procedures Ingestion: Give victim large amounts of water and induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing 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 bases and strong oxidizers Silver, copper, iron salts Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon (CO, CO2) Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat. Evaporation; contamination. 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. Wear suitable protective equipment.

Disposal

Procedures Dispose in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations. Protective Equipment Ventilation: Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep fume and/or dust levels as low as possible. Respiratory Protection: If use generates dusts or vapors use an NIOSH approves dust/mist respirator. 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, well-ventilated area. Store away from incompatible materials. Protect containers from physical damage. Transportation Information Regulated Material domestic ground transportation (reference: CFR Title 49, Transportation) Proper Shipping Name: UN or NA Identification number: Hazard Class and Label: Packing Group: Subsidiary Risk and Label: