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
30525-89-4
Name of the chemical
Paraformaldehyde
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
57-50-1
Name of the chemical
Sucrose, pure C12H22O11
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2025-12-28
Product name
Paraformaldehyde fixative solution
Product Synonyms
No information available
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing cancer
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Eyes 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/physician
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity
