RNase AWAY(TM) WIPES

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Product definition

This product consists of square, white cotton wipes saturated with RNase Away(TM) Solution, which has a mildly fragrant odor. Health Hazards: The product is mildly to moderately irritating to skin, eyes, mucous membranes and other tissues which may be contaminated (depending on duration and concentration of exposure. Flammability Hazards: If the solution on the wipes is allowed to evaporate to dryness, the dry wipes will be combustible. If this product is involved in a fire, the decomposition products generated will include irritating vapors and toxic gases (including sodium oxides). Reactivity Hazards: This product is not reactive. Environmental Hazards: Large quantities released to the environment may have an adverse effect. Emergency Considerations: Emergency responders should wear appropriate protection for situation to which they respond. EU LABELING/CLASSIFICATION: This product does not meet the definition of any hazard classification under EU Directives.

EU Classification

and SYMBOL This product does not meet the definition of any hazard class as defined by the European Union Council Directive 67/548/EEC or subsequent Directives. EU RISK PHRASES: Not applicable. (Continued) SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: The health hazard information provided below is pertinent to HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM employees using this product in an occupational setting. The following paragraphs describe the symptoms of exposure by route of exposure.

Health hazards

BLUE) 1 INHALATION: Inhalation of vapors from this material may cause mild respiratory irritation, coughing, and difficulty breathing (depending on duration and concentration of exposure). Symptoms of exposure should be alleviated upon removal to fresh air. FLAMMABILITY HAZARD (RED) 0 CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Eye contact with this product may be moderately irritating. Symptoms of eye overexposure may include redness and tearing. This product may irritate contaminated skin (especially in the event of prolonged overexposures).

Physical hazards

YELLOW) 0 Symptoms of skin overexposure may include redness and itching. Repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis (dry, red skin). SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption is not a significant route of PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT overexposure for any component of this product. INGESTION: Ingestion is not a significant route of occupational EYES RESPIRATORY HANDS BODY overexposure and is unlikely to occur. If ingested, upset and irritation of the digestive system may occur, with symptoms of nausea and vomiting. SEE SECTION 8 INJECTION: Accidental injection of the solution on these wipes, via laceration or puncture by a contaminated object may cause For Routine Industrial Use and Handling Applications redness at the site of injection. HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate Explanation in Lay Terms. Overexposure to this product may 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard cause the following health effects: ACUTE: This material product may cause burning or reddening of the point of contact upon acute exposure. Inhalation of vapors may mildly irritate the respiratory system (depending on the duration and concentration of exposure). If the product contacts the eyes, it may cause pain or irritation. Ingestion of this product will irritate the digestive system and cause nausea and vomiting. CHRONIC: Repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis (dry, red skin). TARGET ORGANS ACUTE Skin, eyes, respiratory system. CHRONIC Skin