General Information
Version
6.15
Revision date
2025-10-14
Product name
Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) Kit
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1-703- 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H302, H314, H350, H373, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 3 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H350 May cause cancer. H373 May cause damage to organs (Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Supplemental label elements
Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P234 Keep only in original packaging. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in a corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Corrosive to metals : Category 1 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Skin corrosion : Category 1 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Carcinogenicity : Category 1B Specific target organ : Category 2 (Kidney) toxicity - repeated exposure (Oral) Short-term (acute) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Other hazards