Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-88-3
Name of the chemical
Toluene
Concentration
<35
General Information
Version
1.0
Revision date
2018-01-16
Product name
Micromount
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For use when mounting coverglass on top of a prepared specimen
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
GHS US classification Classification of the substance or mixture GHS-US classification Flammable liquids Category 2 Highly flammable liquid and vapor Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Causes skin irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Causes serious eye irritation Carcinogenicity Category 2 Suspected of causing cancer Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 May cause damage to organs Aspiration hazard Category 1 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Harmful to aquatic life Category 3
2.2 Label elements
GHS-US labeling
Hazard pictograms
GHS02 GHS07 GHS08
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness 01/16/2018 EN (English US) Page 1 Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing mists/vapors/spray Wash thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Avoid release to the environment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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 or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell Do NOT induce vomiting If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam, or water spray for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool Store locked up 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 Flammable liquids Category 2 Highly flammable liquid and vapor Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Causes skin irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Causes serious eye irritation Carcinogenicity Category 2 Suspected of causing cancer Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 May cause damage to organs Aspiration hazard Category 1 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Harmful to aquatic life Category 3