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Material Safety Data Sheet
Date of Issuance: December 5, 2004
Section I - Substance Identity and Company Contact Information
Trade Name: Solution 2 or Buffer B of the Hurricane Maxi and Mini Plasmid Prep
Company Contact:
Gerard Biotech LLC
20 West High Street
Oxford, OH 45056
Telephone:
866-437-2735
Fax:
866-437-2899
Emergency:
CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300 (USA)
SECTION II: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION: Aqueous solution of Sodium Hydroxide (< 1%),
Sodium Dodocyl Sulfate (< 2%).
HAZARDOUS COMPONENT: Sodium Hydroxide.
MF: NaOH
CAS-NO.: 1310-73-0
RTECS NO.: WB4900000
WARNING: Corrosive
HEALTH HAZARD DATA: Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin,
and if swallowed.
TOXICITY DATA: IPR-MUS LD50: 40 MG/KG COREAF 257, 791, 63
IRRITATION DATA: EYE-MKY 1%/24H SEV TXAPA9 6,701,64
SKN-RBT 500MG/24H SEV 28ZPAK-,7,72
EYE-RBT 400UG MLD OYYAA2 26,627,83
Only selected registry of toxic effects of chemical substances (RTECS) data is presented
here. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
SECTION III: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Corrosive. Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Irritating to the eyes
and skin.
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SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES
General Information: Remove and wash contaminated clothing promptly.
IN CASE OF INHALATION: Supply fresh air and then consult a doctor.
IN CASE OF EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water
for 5 minutes.
IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts
of water.
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth with copious amounts of water. Then consult a doctor.
SECTION V: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING AGENTS: Noncombustible. Use water or extinguishing media
appropriate to surrounding fire conditions.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
SECTION VI: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical
safety goggles, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES: Absorb with sand or vermiculite and place in closed
containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash
spill site after material pick-up is complete.
SECTION VII: HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Corrosive solution. Avoid skin and eye contact.
STORAGE: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Avoid prolong
exposure to air.
SECTION VIII: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
The routine precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed such as
wearing chemical safety goggles, rubber gloves, rubber boots, NIOSH / MSHA-Approved
respirator when handling chemicals and wash thoroughly after handling. Handle chemicals
with care and avoid contact with eyes, skin, or on clothing. Use safety shower and eye
bath as first aid measures if exposed to chemicals.
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SECTION IX: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE / FORM: Liquid
COLOR: Colorless
ODOR: Characteristic
pH-FACTOR: (20掳C) 11.5-12.5
VISCOSITY: (20掳C) N/A
MELTING POINT: N/A
BOILING POINT: N/A
IGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
FLASHPOINT: N/A
EXPLOSION LEVEL LOWER: N/A
UPPER: N/A
VAPOR PRESSURE: (20掳C) N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: (20掳C) N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: (20掳C) Soluble
SECTION X: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable.
SUBSTANCES TO BE AVOIDED: Metals, acids.
DANGEROUS REACTIONS: No dangerous reactions known.
HAZARDOUS, COMBUSTION, OR DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Toxic fumes of
sodium oxide.
SECTION XI: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY DATA: See Section II, Composition/Information on Ingredients.
ACUTE EFFECTS INHALATION: May be harmful by inhalation.
EYE CONTACT: Causes eye irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Causes skin irritation, may be harmful by skin absorption.
INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE: N/A
CHRONIC EFFECTS: N/A
RTECS NUMBER: N/A
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The product should be handled with routine
precautionary measures for handling chemicals. Additional harmful properties cannot be
ruled out.
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SECTION XII: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No information available.
SECTION XIII: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40
CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous
waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
SECTION XIV: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping Name: Sodium hydroxide solution
HAZARD CLASS: 8
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: UN1824
PACKING GROUP: II
SECTION XV: REGULATORY INFORMATION
No information available.
Section XVI 鈥? Other Information
The information herein is provided in good faith but Gerard Biotech LLC makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as
a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of material by a properly trained person
using this product. Gerard Biotech LLC shall not be liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product. The statements contained here in are
based upon technical data that Gerard Biotech LLC believes to be reliable, are offered for
informational purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency
handling of the material by a properly trained person having the necessary technical skills.
Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by
them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of
information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials
and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the
environment. GERARD BIOTECH LLC MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO
THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION
REFERS.
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