Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
1-5
General Information
Version
2.1
Revision date
2014-05-30
Product name
Buffered Zinc Formalin
Product Synonyms
Buffered Zinc Formalin, Zinc Formalin
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Tissue Fixation. For professional use only
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
StatLab Medical Products
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
Tech@statlab.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H317, H318, H332, H341, H350, H401, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the Substance or Mixture GHS-US/CA Classification Acute toxicity (inhalation:gas), Category 4 H332 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2 H315 Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 1 H318 Skin sensitization, Category 1 H317 Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2 H341 Carcinogenicity, Category 1A H350 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Acute Hazard, Category 2 H401 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Chronic Hazard, Category 2 H411
2.2 Label elements
GHS-US/CA Labeling
Hazard pictograms
GHS05 GHS07 GHS08 GHS09
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. H401 - Toxic to aquatic life. H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use. P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261 - Avoid breathing gas, mist, vapors, spray. P264 - Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling. 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, and hearing protection. P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep 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. P308+P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or a doctor. P321 - Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instruction on this label). P333+P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention. P362+P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391 - Collect spillage. P405 - Store locked up. P501 - Dispose of contents and/or container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulations. 2.3 Hazards associated with known or reasonably anticipated uses This product is intended for various processes, and the hazards listed in Section 2.3 cannot cover all chemistries. Therefore, a Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) or other hazard assessment for specific end uses should be performed to ensure that hazards are fully understood, and adequate safety measures are in place. See Section 10 for relevant reactivity and stability information.
Other hazards
Exposure may aggravate pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
No additional information available
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US/CA Classification Acute toxicity (inhalation:gas), Category 4 H332 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2 H315 Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 1 H318 Skin sensitization, Category 1 H317 Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2 H341 Carcinogenicity, Category 1A H350 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Acute Hazard, Category 2 H401 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Chronic Hazard, Category 2 H411