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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
PHYSICAL FORM: liquid
MAJOR HEALTH HAZARDS: No significant target effects reported.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
INHALATION:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
SKIN CONTACT:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
EYE CONTACT:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
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INGESTION:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects
3. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
COMPONENT: NON-HAZARDOUS
CAS NUMBER: Not assigned.
EC NUMBER: Not assigned.
PERCENTAGE: 60-100
EC CLASSIFICATION: No classification assigned.
COMPONENT: ETHYL ORTHOFORMATE
CAS NUMBER: 122-51-0
EC NUMBER (EINECS): 204-550-4
PERCENTAGE: <1
EC CLASSIFICATION: Flammable
RISK PHRASES: 10
COMPONENT: PROCLIN 300
CAS NUMBER: Not assigned.
EC NUMBER: Not assigned.
PERCENTAGE: <1
EC CLASSIFICATION: Xn; C; N
RISK PHRASES: 20/21/22-34-43-51/53
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if
not breathing. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash contaminated areas with soap and water. Thoroughly clean and dry
contaminated clothing before reuse. Get medical attention, if needed.
EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical
attention.
INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Negligible fire hazard.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire.
FIRE FIGHTING: Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Avoid inhalation of
material or combustion by-products.
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SENSITIVITY TO MECHANICAL IMPACT: Not sensitive
SENSITIVITY TO STATIC DISCHARGE: Not sensitive
FLASH POINT: not flammable
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
OCCUPATIONAL RELEASE:
Absorb with sand or other non-combustible material. Collect spilled material in appropriate container for
disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
STORAGE: Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. See original
container for storage recommendations. Keep separated from incompatible substances.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS:
CONFIRM鈩? anti-Lambda Rabbit Polyclonal Primary Antibody:
No occupational exposure limits established.
VENTILATION: Provide adequate ventilation. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or goggles are recommended when there is a potential for eye
contact. Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
CLOTHING: Lab coat or apron.
GLOVES: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
PROTECTIVE MATERIAL TYPES: latex, vinyl
RESPIRATOR: No respirator is required under normal conditions of use.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE: liquid
ODOR: Not available
BOILING POINT: Not available
FREEZING POINT: Not available
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not available
VAPOR DENSITY: Not available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not available
WATER SOLUBILITY: miscible
PH: Not available
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VOLATILITY: Not available
ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available
EVAPORATION RATE: Not available
COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: Not available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
REACTIVITY: Stable at normal temperatures and pressure.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: Not regulated.
CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS: Not regulated.
LAND TRANSPORT ADR: Not regulated.
LAND TRANSPORT RID: Not regulated.
AIR TRANSPORT IATA: Not regulated.
AIR TRANSPORT ICAO: Not regulated.
MARITIME TRANSPORT IMDG: Not regulated.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. REGULATIONS:
CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Not regulated.
SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30):
Not regulated.
SARA TITLE III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40):
Not regulated.
SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):
ACUTE: No
CHRONIC: No
FIRE: No
REACTIVE: No
SUDDEN RELEASE: No
SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65): Not regulated.
STATE REGULATIONS:
California Proposition 65: Not regulated.
CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Not a Controlled Product under Canada's Workplace Hazardous
Material Information System.
EUROPEAN REGULATIONS:
EC CLASSIFICATION (CALCULATED):
No classification assigned.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
EC RISK PHRASES:
R 10 Flammable.
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Limitations: The information and recommendations set forth in this MSDS are believed to be
correct as of this date. Ventana Medical Systems, Inc. makes no warranty with respect to the
content of this MSDS and disclaims all liability from reliance thereon.
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