MSDS 鈥? Cytomegalovirus Probe
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date updated: 7/3/05
Version: rev-
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
Identification of the product
Product name: Cytomegalovirus Probe
Catalogue code: NCL-CMV
Intended use: In-Situ Hybridization
Manufacturer / supplier identification
Company: Novocastra Laboratories Ltd.
Balliol Business Park West
Benton Lane
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE12 8EW, UK.
Telephone: 0044 (0) 191 215 0567
Fax: 0044 (0) 191 215 1152
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS# Percent Classification:
Composition Indications of Danger / R Phrases
Formamide 75-12-7 30 % T R 61
Dextran sulfate 9011-18-1 10 % Xi R 36/37/38
Sodium chloride 7647-4-5 3.5 % Xi R 36
Tris-HCl 1185-53-1 3% Xi R 36/37/38
For indications of danger and R-phrases see Section 16.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Toxic for reproduction development category 2.
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to section 11.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Wash out
mouth with water provided person in conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin: Immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of skin contact, flush
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Eye: In case of contact with eyes, flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure
adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Seek medical advice
immediately.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Autoignition Temp: No data
Firefighting Protective
Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with
skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Suitable extinguishing
Media: Foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide or water.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Procedure(s) of Personal Precaution(s)
Wear enclosed footwear and chemical-resistant gloves.
Methods for Cleaning Up
Wear appropriate protective clothing. If local regulations permit, mop up with plenty of water and run to waste,
diluting greatly with running water. Otherwise absorb on an inert absorbent, transfer to container and arrange
removal by disposal company. Ventilate area to dispel residual vapour.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Do not breathe vapor. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid prolonged or
repeated exposure.
Storage: Keep tightly closed and protected from moisture. Store at 2-8潞C.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Safety shower and eye bath.
Hand Protection: Nitrile gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Respirator: Self-contained breathing apparatus.
Ventilation: Fume cupboard.
General Hygiene: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling. Discard
contaminated shoes.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Appearance: Liquid Relative Density: No data
Color: Colorless pH: No data
Odor: Faint Flash Point: No data
Flammability: No data Solubility: Miscible in all proportions
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: No data.
Materials to Avoid: Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products: Nature of decomposition products not known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
May cause harm to the unborn child.
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
No data.
Chronic Exposure Carcinogen
No data.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and as such are covered by regulations which vary
according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a chemical disposal
company. Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before disposal.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Complete
Shipping Name: No data.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Indications of danger: Toxic.
Toxic for reproductive development category 2.
S-phrases: S 26 36/37/39 45 53 63/64
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection. In case of
accident or if you fell unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where
possible). Avoid exposure 鈥? obtain special instructions before use. In case of
inhalation, remove casualty to fresh air. If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if
the person is conscious).
EEC-No.: No data available
Local regulations: No data available
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Indications of danger: T Toxic
Xi Irritant
Risk Statements: R 36/37/38 61
Causes irritation to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause harm to the unborn
child.
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be accurate but it is the responsibility
of the user or supplier to determine the applicability of the data to the formulation of necessary safety
precautions. Novocastra Laboratories Ltd. shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use
of the above product or the information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet.
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