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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Effective Date: 9/27/06 Supersedes: 11/29/05
Section 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Boston SIMPLUS For Information: 1-800-553-5340
Product Code: 5424 For Emergency: 1-800-535-5053
Chemical Family: NA
Manufacturer: Bausch & Lomb, Incorporated
Address: 1400 N. Goodman Street
Rochester, New York 14609
Section 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS / GUIDELINES
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV NIOSH REL IRELAND HSE
CAS # COMPONENT NAME % W/W TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL UNITS
7647-14-5 Sodium Chloride <1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
10043-35-3 Boric Acid <1 NE NE 2 6 NE NE NE NE NE NE MG/M3
1303-96-4 Sodium Borate <1 NE NE 2 6 5 NE 5 NE 5 NE MG/M3
9004-65-3 HPMC E4M <1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
3794-83-0 Hydroxyalkyl Phosphonate (30%) <1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
26316-40-5 Poloxamine 1107 <1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
68239-42-9 Glucam E-20 <1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
18472-51-0 Chlorhexidine Gluconate (20%) <1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
32289-58-0 PAPB HCL (20%) < 0.05 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
7732-18-5 Purified Water Balance NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
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TOTAL 100
N/E: Not Established STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit
OSHA: Occupational Safety & Health Administration C: Ceiling Limit
TWA: 8-Hour Time-Weighted Average REL: Recommended Exposure Limit
N/A: Not Applicable ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
PPM: Parts Per Million NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health
3
Mg/M : Milligrams per Cubic Meter
Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Clear, colorless liquid with no odor. This product is intended
for use as a disinfecting regime for rigid gas permeable
contact lenses, per labeled instructions. If you are allergic to
any ingredient in this product, DO NOT USE.
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Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS:
This product is intended for use as a disinfecting regime for rigid gas permeable contact lenses. If any discomfort
develops, immediately discontinue use of this product. If discomfort persists, contact your eye care professional.
Use in accordance with product literature.
If you are allergic to any ingredient in this product, DO NOT USE.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE:
Non-irritating to the eyes when used as directed.
SKIN:
Non-irritating to skin or mucous membranes when used as directed.
INGESTION:
Small amounts (a tablespoonful) swallowed are not likely to cause injury; swallowing amounts larger than that may cause
gastrointestinal irritation.
INHALATION:
No hazard when used as directed.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
No known chronic hazards.
CARCINOGENICITY:
NTP: No ingredients listed.
IARC: No ingredients listed.
OSHA: No ingredients listed.
Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES:
If discomfort or irritation develops, immediately discontinue product use and contact your eye care professional.
SKIN:
No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by contact with the skin or mucous
membranes.
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Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES (cont.)
INGESTION:
No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by ingestion. If large quantities are
accidentally ingested (greater than a tablespoon), get medical attention immediately.
INHALATION:
No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by inhalation. If exposed to excessive
levels of mists, remove to fresh air and get medical attention if cough or other symptoms develop.
Section 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
Flash Point: Non-Combustible
Method: NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam for surrounding fire.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
None identified.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information:
Contain spill and absorb with a suitable inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in
accordance with Section 13.
Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
No special handling is required. Use in accordance with product literature.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature.
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Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
SKIN PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
EYE PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT:
NA
Section 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance / Physical State: Clear, Colorless Liquid
Odor: Odorless
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Boiling Point: 100潞C Melting Point: Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not Determined Vapor Density: Not Determined
Solubility In Water: Highly Soluble Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): 1.01
pH: 7.1 鈥? 7.7 Freezing Point: Not Determined
Molecular Weight: Mixture, Not Applicable
Section 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
GENERAL:
Stable under normal conditions.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
None.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION:
None identified.
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Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ocular Irritation (Rabbit):
No irritation was observed in treated eyes following ISO 17025 protocols.
Cytotoxicity Testing:
No evidence of cell lysis or toxicity was observed following ISO 10993-5 protocols.
Section 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available on the environmental impact of this product.
Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations
may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely
of the waste generator.
Section 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US DOT IATA IMO RID/ADR Canadian TDG
Shipping Name: Not Regulated Not Regulated No information No information No information
available available available
Hazard Class: NA NA
UN Number: NA NA
Package Group: NA NA
There are no unreasonable risks (health, safety, or property), that this product would pose when transported in commerce.
Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD (29 CFR 1910.1200):
Boston SIMPLUS is considered hazardous under the Occupational Safety & Health Administration Hazard
Communication Standard.
TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT (TSCA):
All components of this product are listed on the TSCA inventory list.
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Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION (cont.)
SARA TITLE III (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act):
鈥? SECTION 302 (Extremely Hazardous Substances): NA
鈥? SECTION 311/312 (HAZARD CATEGORIES): NA
鈥? SECTION 313 (Toxic Chemicals): NA
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm, at levels that would require a warning under the statute.
Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither Bausch & Lomb
Incorporated nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All
materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described
herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR OTHERWISE IS MADE. In no event shall Bausch & Lomb Incorporated nor any of
its subsidiaries be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
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