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Section I: IDENTIFICATION
Date Prepared: 05/2/03
Product Name: Formaldehyde Item Number: 3323, 3324, 3328
Emergency Phone: 800-424-9300
Section II: INGREDIENTS
Component(s): CAS# OHSA PEL, ACGIH TLV/STEL(PPM) NFPA
Health 3
Formaldehyde 36.5% 50-00-0 0.75 0.3/2 Flammability 1
Methanol 12% 67-56-1 200 200/250 Reactivity 0
Section III: PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: ~ 210掳F Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): ~1
Vapor Pressure mm Hg/20掳C: NR Percent Volatile by Vol: Minimal
Vapor Density (Air 1:1): ~1 Evaporation Rate (ether = 1): Minimal
Solubility in H2O: Complete Appearance & Odor: Clear liquid/bitter odor
Section IV: FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flash Point: NA Flammable Limits: LEL, NA UEL, NA
Extinguishing Media: Water Spray, Dry Chemical, CO2 and foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear protective clothing with NIOSH approved breathing apparatus.
Products of combustion may be harmful in a fire situation. Do not use direct water stream.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Under fire conditions CO and gaseous formaldehyde may be released.
Section V: REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable Material to Avoid: Strong acids etc and strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Oxides of carbon, phosphates
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat
Section VI: HEALTH HAZARDS
Potential Cancer Hazard
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, Skin and Ingestion
Acute: Vapors will cause eyes, skin and respiratory irritation or burning and allergic reaction.
Chronic: May cause burning to eyes, skin and intestinal tract, gastrointestinal disturbances, convulsions,
circulatory problems, respiratory system and hypersensitivity towards dermatitis.
Carcinogenicity: Suspect human carcinogen.
Signs/Symptoms of Exposure: Immediate eyes and respiratory irritation.
Astral Diagnostics, Inc
1224 Forest Parkway, Suite 200, West Deptford, NJ 08066
856-224-0900
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Section VI: HEALTH HAZARDS
Emergency First Aid:
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water.
Eyes: Thoroughly flush eyes with water. Contact a physician if irritation persist.
Ingestion: Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel and contact a physician
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration and contact physician.
Section VII: SAFE HANDLING
Chemical Release or Spill: Wear full respiratory protection and isolate the spill area with sand, or other
absorbent material. Place all contaminated material in close container for disposal. Neutralize with chemical
absorbent kit commercially available. Do not allow material to drain in sewers or surface water.
Waste Disposal Method: All liquid and or contaminated material should be disposed of in DOT approved waste
containers. Comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations for disposal.
Precautions for Handling and Storing: Use normal laboratory precautions. Avoid excessive heat.
Section VIII: CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection: Not required if used in a ventilated area.
Ventilation: Local ventilated areas (hood) are the preferred working environment.
Protective Gloves: Chemical resistant Eye Protection: Safety Glasses
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Normal laboratory apparel suggested by Good Laboratory Practices
Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all- inclusive and shall be used only as
a guide. Astral Diagnostics, Inc. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact
with this product.
Astral Diagnostics, Inc
1224 Forest Parkway, Suite 200, West Deptford, NJ 08066
856-224-0900
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