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Material Safety Data Sheet
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RIBOPRINTER(R) SYSTEM PURIFIED WATER
DU007272 Revised 21-NOV-2006
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
CAS Number : 7732-18-5
Formula : H2-O
Molecular Weight : 18
CAS Name : WATER
Product Use
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requirements
for Material Safety Data Sheets do not apply to the product
described in this information sheet. This product is excluded as
non-hazardous.
Tradenames and Synonyms
Purified Water
System Water
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 7732-18-5 100
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
No adverse effects are expected from occupational exposure.
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.
EYE CONTACT
The product is not likely to be hazardous by eye contact.
INGESTION
No specific intervention is indicated as compound is not likely to
be hazardous by ingestion. Consult a physician if necessary.
SKIN CONTACT
Water is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact.
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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.
Accidental Release Measures
No special disposal methods are needed.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Storage
No special storage conditions are needed for safety.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Water may react vigorously with many specific materials.
Avoid contact with all materials until investigation shows
substance is compatible with water.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
RIBOPRINTER(R) SYSTEM PURIFIED WATER
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
Physical characteristics of water.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
Incompatible with many specific materials. See MSDS for
specific material(s) to determine if it is incompatible
with water.
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Decomposition
Decomposition will not occur.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations.
No special disposal method needed.
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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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