MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
IDENTITY
Vira Shield 6+L5HB Somnus - Bacterin 鈥? Killed Virus Product # 372,373
Section I
Manufacturer's Name Emergency Telephone Number
Novartis Animal Health US, Inc. CHEMTREC - U.S. 800-424-9300
International 703-527-3887 (Collect)
Address (Number, Street, City, State, and Zip Code) Telephone Number for Information
(712) 477-2811
Date Prepared
1447 140th Street
November 8, 2004
Signature of Preparer (optional)
Larchwood, IA 51241-9778
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Name(s)) OSHA ACGIH Other limits %
PEL TLV Recommended (optional)
Formaldehyde 0.75 ppm 0.3 ppm < 0.5
0.01 mg of Hg/m3
Thimerosal (merthiolate) < 0.03
Thimerosal is an organomercury compound.
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2 O = 1)
NA NA
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) Melting Point
NA NA
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) Evaporation Rate
NA NA
(Butyl Acetate = 1)
Solubility in Water
Yes
Appearance and Odor
Opaque liquid
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL
NA NA NA NA
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical or carbon dioxide
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear protective clothing and a self contained breathing apparatus as
appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None
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Section V - Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable Thimerosal will decompose with heat.
Conditions to Avoid
Stable X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
None
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
Carbon monoxide or carbon dioxide
Hazardous May Occur Conditions to Avoid None
Polymerization
Will Not Occur X
Section VI - Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
Yes Yes Yes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
The product may be irritating in the case of skin or eye contact. Thimerosal is a toxic compound.
Yes Yes Yes
Carcinogenicity: NPT? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
In case of skin or eye contact, flush with plenty of water. If the product
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
is ingested, wash the mouth out with water and call a physician. In case of accidental injection, wash the
puncture site and see a physician immediately.
Section VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled
Clean up the spill with absorbent material, and afterwards, wash the site thoroughly
with water.
Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental
Waste Disposal Method
regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Refrigerate the product (2掳 to 7掳 C) {35掳 to 45掳 F}. Keep the container closed when stored, and shake well
before using.
NA
Other Precautions
Section VIII - Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
An approved cartridge respirator for large spills
Ventilation No NA
Local Exhaust Special
Yes NA
Mechanical (General) Other
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Vinyl or nitrile Goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
NA
Work/Hygienic Practices
Take precautions to prevent accidental injections.
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Section IX - Regulatory Information
Component: Thimerosal
Formaldehyde is subject to SARA (Secs. 312 and 313), CERCLA, and 29 CFR 1910.1048 regulations
Component: Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is subject to SARA (Sec. 312 and 313), CERCLA, and 29 CFR 1910.1048
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reviewed any information contained in this data sheet, which we received from sources outside our company. We
believe that information to be correct but have not verified and cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
Health and safety precautions in this data sheet may not be adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the
user's obligation to evaluate and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. No
statement made in this data sheet shall be construed as a permission or recommendation for the use of any product in
a manner that might infringe existing patents. Accordingly, no guarantee expressed or implied is made by Novartis
Animal Health US, Inc. as to the results to be obtained based upon your use of the information, nor does Novartis
Animal Health US, Inc. assume any liability arising out of your use of the information. In addition, since the
conditions of use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond Novartis Animal Health US, Inc.鈥檚
control, the user assumes all risks associated with the use of the product. Novartis Animal Health US, Inc. expressly
disclaims any and all liability as to any results obtained by or arising from any use of this product. Use or re-
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漏 Copyright 2003 Novartis Animal Health US, Inc. All rights reserved._
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