General Information
Revision date
2021-11-11
Product name
Formaldehyde solution about 37% GR for analysis stabilized with about 10% methanol
Product Synonyms
Formaldehyde solution about 37% GR for analysis stabilized with about 10% methanol ACS,Reag. Ph Eur
Emergency telephone
0800 928 888 (NZ
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
SIGMA-ALDRICH NEW ZEALAND CO
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H301, H311, H314, H317, H318, H331, H335, H351, H370, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Liquids (Category D), H227 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category C), H301 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category C), H331 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category C), H311 Skin corrosion (Category B), H314 Serious eye damage (Category A), H318 Skin sensitization (Category B), H317 Carcinogenicity (Category B), H351 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Category A), Eyes, Central nervous system, H370 Acute toxicity (Category E), Respiratory system, H335 Aquatic toxicity (Acute or Chronic) (Category D), H402 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H227 Combustible liquid. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H311 Toxic in contact with skin. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H370 Causes damage to organs (Eyes, Central nervous system). H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P322 Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards
none