Enzymatic Creatinine R1

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Physical state Liquid. Appearance Light yellow liquid. Emergency overview DANGER May cause allergic respiratory reaction. This preparation contains a small concentration of chloramphenicol which may cause cancer. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. OSHA regulatory status This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin contact. Eye contact. Eyes May cause eye irritation. Skin May cause skin irritation. Inhalation Although there is no evidence that the enzyme(s) in this preparation induces specific respiratory hypersensitivity, all proteins are potential respiratory allergens and may result in respiratory sensitization in certain individuals after repeated and/or prolonged inhalation exposure, producing mild to severe symptoms similar to pollen allergy or asthma, including mucous membrane or eye irritation, itching of the skin or eyes, sneezing, nasal or sinus congestion, coughing, and tightness in the chest. These symptoms may develop as late as 12 hours after exposure. Ingestion May cause discomfort if swallowed. Target organs Blood. Immune system. Liver.

Potential chronic health

Exposure to chloramphenicol may cause leukemia, a cancer of the blood or bone marrow. It may disrupt the bone marrow's production of blood cells (aplastic anemia). May cause damage to the liver. Signs and symptoms Direct contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation.

Environmental effects

The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.