Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-12-7
Name of the chemical
Formamide
Concentration
>=45-<=70
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
>=1-<=5
General Information
Version
8.15
Revision date
2026-05-30
Product name
RNA Sample Loading Buffer
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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)
H315, H317, H318, H332, H341, H350, H360, H373, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs (Blood) through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
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. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. 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. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
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 Acute toxicity : Category 4 (Inhalation) Skin irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 2 Carcinogenicity : Category 1B Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Specific target organ : Category 2 (Blood) toxicity - repeated exposure (Oral) Short-term (acute) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Other hazards
