Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2016-05-19
Product name
Formaldehyde, 3-4% w/w
Product Synonyms
Formalin; Formic Aldehyde; Formol; Methanal; Methaldehyde; Paraform; Oxymethane
supplier name
Rocky Mountain Reagents, Inc
Emergency telephone
For health emergency, call poison control: (800) 222-1222
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Rocky Mountain Reagents, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Toxicity – Inhalation: Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2 Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 1 Sensitization – Respiratory: Category 1 Sensitization – Skin: Category 1 Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Category 1
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause cancer. Causes damage to organs.
Prevention
Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapors, or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product.
Response
If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center or doctor. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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 or doctor.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
This product is harmful to aquatic life. Avoid release to the environment. This product may cause mutagenic and reproductive effects (see Section 11). Toxicity Statement: Not applicable.
