Paraformaldehyde, 4% in PBS

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute Dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Acute inhalation toxicity - vapors Category 4 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 May cause cancer/Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs – Respiratory system, Central Nervous system (CNS) Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Skin corrotion/irritation Category 2

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Causes Skin irritation May cause respiratory irritation We provide solution for you! 1 May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer Suspected of causing genetic defects Causes damage to organs May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

Response

IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Inhalation IF INHALED: Removed victim to fresh air and kept at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Ecotoxicity Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. The product contains substance, which are hazardous for the environment. Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as hazardous waste. We provide solution for you! 2 Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification. WARNING! This product contains a chemical known in the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING Cancer – https //www.p65warnings.ca.gov/.