Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
200-001-8/50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
10-20
General Information
Version
9
Revision date
2024-08-30
Product name
16% Formaldehyde Solution
Chemical name
Not Applicable
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For research use only
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Not for consumer use
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 1-703-527-3887, 1-703-741-5970, +(353)-19014670, +(44)-870-8200418
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Company Information
company name
LIFE TECHNOLOGIES EUROPE BV
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
MSDS@lifetech.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302+H312+H332, H315, H317, H319, H335, H341, H350
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302+H312+H332
Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
According to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP Classification of the substance or mixture
Physical hazards
Not Hazardous
Health hazards
Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute inhalation toxicity Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Skin sensitiser Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 3
Environmental hazards
Not Hazardous
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302 + H312 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects H350 - May cause cancer
Prevention
P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
Response
P301 + P312 - IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P330 - Rinse mouth P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Storage
P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Physical hazards Not Hazardous Health hazards Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute inhalation toxicity Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Skin sensitiser Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 3 Environmental hazards Not Hazardous