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Material Safety Data Sheet
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RIBOPRINTER(R) SYSTEM LACTIC AGENT
QUAL0101 Revised 20-NOV-2006
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
Formula : Mixture
Tradenames and Synonyms
polyamine solution
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
Qualicon, Inc.
Bedford Building
3531 Silverside Road
Wilmington, DE 19810
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 302-695-5300
Transport Emergency : CHEMTREC 800-424-9300
Medical Emergency : 800-441-3637
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
Water 7732-18-5 70-85
polyamine 15-30
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
This product should pose no physical hazard or health risk
when used carefully and as directed.
Carcinogenicity Information
None of the components present in this material at concentrations
equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH
as a carcinogen.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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First Aid
INHALATION
Inhalation is not an expected route of exposure during normal use
of the product.
SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, flush with water. Get medical attention if
irritation is present.
INGESTION
Ingestion is not an expected route of exposure during normal use
of the product. If ingested, consult a physician immediately.
EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
Material is a nonflammable water-based solution.
Extinguishing Media
Use media appropriate for surrounding material.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Initial Containment
Follow applicable Federal, State/Provincial and Local laws/
regulations.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Personal Protective Equipment
Impervious gloves and chemical splash goggles should be used when
handling liquid.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
RIBOPRINTER(R) SYSTEM LACTIC AGENT
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
This product has physical characteristics similar to water.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
Incompatible or can react with strong oxidizers.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
Polyamine, a component of this material, has been found to
cause eye and skin irritation and may be harmful by
ingestion or skin absorption. More information on this
component is available in the Registry of Toxic Effects of
Chemical Substances (RTECS). Its RTECS number is
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(TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION - Continued)
EJ7023000.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicological Information
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties of this material have not been
thoroughly investigated.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
This material may be acceptable for treatment by a POTW (Publicly
Owned Treatment Works). Follow all Federal and Local regulations.
Consult POTW authorities for Local requirements.
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TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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Shipping Information
DOT/IMO/IATA
Not Regulated.
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OTHER INFORMATION
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Additional Information
RiboPrinter(R) is a US-registered trademark for the
microbial characterization system of Qualicon, Inc., a
subsidiary of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company,
Wilmington, Delaware.
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsibility for MSDS : Product Safety Coordinator
DuPont Qualicon
Address : Experimental Station
Building 400
Rt. 141 & Henry Clay Road
Wilmington, DE 19880
Telephone : 302-695-5300
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
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