Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
79-06-1
Name of the chemical
Acrylamide
Concentration
>98.0%
General Information
Revision date
2019-04-08
Product name
Acrylamide Monomer [for Electrophoresis]
CAS No.
79-06-1
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Chemical Emergencies
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Company Information
company name
TCI AMERICA
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales-US@TCIchemicals.com
GHS Information
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Danger!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 3] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 1B] Carcinogenicity [Category 1B] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1B] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]
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Danger!
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Harmful to aquatic life Causes damage to: Nervous System Testis May cause damage to organs: Testis
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Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.
Response
If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all 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. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US: 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.)
2.3 Other hazards
May cause polymerization. Causes mild skin irritation. [HNOC]
