Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
64-18-6
Name of the chemical
Formic acid
Concentration
<12
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
<2
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
<6
General Information
Version
1.0
Revision date
2018-10-01
Product name
Decalcifier I
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Fixation and decalcification of tissue
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Other uses
supplier name
Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1 703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
LBSNA-LBS-QA@leicabiosystems.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture GHS-US classification Corrosive to metals Category 1 May be corrosive to metals Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Causes serious eye damage Skin sensitization, Category 1 May cause an allergic skin reaction Carcinogenicity Category 1A May cause cancer Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Causes damage to organs
2.2 Label elements
GHS-US labeling
Hazard pictograms
GHS05 GHS07 GHS08
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage May cause cancer Causes damage to organs
Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use 01/10/2018 EN (English US) Page 1 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep only in original container Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing mists/vapors/spray Wash thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. If swallowed: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If exposed: Call a poison center/doctor If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Absorb spillage to prevent material damage Store locked up Store in container with a resistant inner liner Dispose of contents/container in accordance with all local/regional/national/international regulations
Other hazards which do not result in classification
No additional information available
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
Not applicable
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US classification Corrosive to metals Category 1 May be corrosive to metals Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Causes serious eye damage Skin sensitization, Category 1 May cause an allergic skin reaction Carcinogenicity Category 1A May cause cancer Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Causes damage to organs