formaldehyde, formalin (suspected human carcinogen by iarc; methanol (methyl alcohol), columbian spirits *96-4*
===================== Product Identification =====================
MSDS NAME:900412 PARA-PAK BUFFERED 10% FORMALIN FIXATIVE
NIIN:00F043752
MSDS Number: CCZSH
=== Responsible Party ===
Company:MERIDIAN DIAGNOSTICS INC
Address:3471 RIVER HILLS DR
Box:44216
City:CINCINNATI
State:OH
ZIP:45244-3023
Country:US
Info Phone Num:513-271-3700/800-543-1980
Emergency Phone Num:513-271-3700/800-543-1980
CAGE:8X084
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company:MERIDIAN DIAGNOSTICS INC
Address:3471 RIVER HILLS DR
Box:44216
City:CINCINNATI
State:OH
ZIP:45244-3023
Country:US
Phone:800-543-1980/513-271-3700
CAGE:8X084
============= Composition/Information on Ingredients =============
Name:FORMALDEHYDE, FORMALIN (SUSPECTED HUMAN CARCINOGEN BY IARC;
ACGIH; SUSPECTED CARCINOGEN BY NTP; IARC - GROUP 2A) *96-4*
CAS:50-00-0
RTECS #:LP8925000
Fraction by Wt: 4%
ACGIH TLV:0.37 MG/CUM IC (2A)
EPA Rpt Qty:100 LBS
DOT Rpt Qty:100 LBS
Name:METHANOL (METHYL ALCOHOL), COLUMBIAN SPIRITS *96-4*
CAS:67-56-1
RTECS #:PC1400000
Fraction by Wt: 1%
Other REC Limits:200 PPM
OSHA PEL:200 PPM
ACGIH TLV:200 PPM
EPA Rpt Qty:5000 LBS
DOT Rpt Qty:5000 LBS
===================== Hazards Identification =====================
Routes of Entry: Inhalation:NO Skin:NO Ingestion:YES
Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:YES IARC:YES OSHA:NO
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:EYES/SKIN: IRRITATION. INGESTION:
DEATH.
Explanation of Carcinogenicity:SEE INGREDIENTS
Effects of Overexposure:IRRITATION, HEADACHE, UNCONSCIOUSNESS, NAUSEA,
VOMITING.
======================= First Aid Measures =======================
First Aid:EYES/SKIN: FLUSH W/WATER FOR 15 MINS. INHALATION: REMOVE TO
FRESH AIR. GIVE CPR IF NEEDED. OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION IN ALL
CASES.
===================== Fire Fighting Measures =====================
Flash Point:>200F
Extinguishing Media:USE MEDIA APPROPRIATE FOR SURROUNDING AREAS.
Fire Fighting Procedures:WEAR SCBA & PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:MAY PRODUCE HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION
PRODUCTS.
================== Accidental Release Measures ==================
Spill Release Procedures:ABSORB ON PAPER, VERMICULITE.
====================== Handling and Storage ======================
Handling and Storage Precautions:DON'T EXCEED TLVS. CONTAINERS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS WHEN EMPTY. DON'T REUSE.
============= Exposure Controls/Personal Protection =============
Respiratory Protection:USE OSHA APPROVED RESPIRATOR IF TLVS ARE
EXCEEDED.
Ventilation:GENERAL MECHANICAL VENTILATION IS USUALLY ADEQUATE UNDER
NORAMAL USE.
Protective Gloves:CHEMICAL RESISTANT
Eye Protection:CHEMICAL SAFETY GOGGLES
Other Protective Equipment:PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
Supplemental Safety and Health
PH: 6.8-7.2.
================== Physical/Chemical Properties ==================
pH:(SUPP)
Solubility in Water:UNLIMITED
Appearance and Odor:COLORLESS LIQUID W/PUNGENT ODOR.
================= Stability and Reactivity Data =================
Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:YES
STRONG OXIDIZING AGENTS, STRONG BASES.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:CO2, WATER.
==================== Disposal Considerations ====================
Waste Disposal Methods:DISPOSE OF IAW/FEDERAL, STATE & LOCAL
REGULATIONS.
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This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department
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expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
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