Product # (s) 7307
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1. Identification of the Product
Product Name or Identity: Legionella Agar
Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. 517/372-9200
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name: Emergency Phone No.:
740 East Shiawassee 517/372-0108
Fax No.:
Lansing, MI 48912 foodsafety@neogen.com
e-mail:
Date Prepared or Revised: November 2007
Section 2. Composition / Information on Hazardous Ingredients
Hazardous Components CAS-No. % EG-Number Hazard
Specific Chemical Identity: Symbol
ACES Buffer 7365-82-4 16.23% N/A Xi (Irritant)
Charcoal, Activated 7440-44-0 4.1% 231-153-3 Xi (Irritant)
Section 3. Health Hazard Identification
Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Ingestion? Yes
Route(s) of Entry:
IRRITANT. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.
Health Hazards:
(Acute and Chronic)
IARC Monographs? No OSHA Regulated? No
Carcinogenicity:
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: May cause irritation if absorbed through the skin. Material may be irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract; sore throat or coughing may occur. Maybe harmful if ingested in large
quantities causing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Contact with eye causes irritation, redness, and pain.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Ingestion: If swallowed, wash out mouth with water and seek medical attention. Never give anything by
Emergency /
mouth to an unconscious person.
First Aid
Procedures: Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult or if not breathing give artificial
respiration. Seek medical attention.
Eye Contact: Rinse opened eye for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. Ensure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical
attention if irritation develops.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used): N/A Flammable Limits: Autoignition Temperature: 450掳C
(Charcoal, Activated )
Extinguishing Media: Suitable extinguishing agents, CO2 extinguishing powder, water spray, or appropriate foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Fight larger fires with water or alcohol resistant foam. Firefighters should wear
protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: During heating or in case of fire, poisonous gases are produced. Fine dust
dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source, is a potential dust explosion hazard.
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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions: Shut off all sources of ignition. Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and rubber
gloves. Absorb material, ventilate area, and wash spill site after material has been cleaned up. Prevent direct contact with
skin, eyes, or clothing. Place contaminated material in a chemical waste container.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent dispersion of material. Do not allow to enter drains or water courses. Water runoff
can cause environmental damage.
Clean-up Methods: Contact safety officer and ventilate spill area. Absorb spill with inert material, including dry-lime, sand,
or soda ash. Place into a chemical waste container using non-sparking tools. Wash spill site.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Protect against physical damage. Ensure good ventilation / exhaustion. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Do not use if skin is cut or scratched.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from incompatible material. Storage area should be cool, dry, and well
ventilated. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues.
Other Precautions: Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Ensure good ventilation. Prevent formation of dust.
Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ACGIH TLV: N/A
3
OES: PEL: 8 H, TWA, 15 mg/m (Charcoal, Activated)
Engineering Measures: Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dust are desired,
use a dusk mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143). Use respirators and components tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Proper ventilation, safety shower, and eye bath
required.
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): With sufficient ventilation, breathing apparatus is not necessary. In the event of
possible spill / exposure, use dust mask to EN 149 FFP2S.
Local Exhaust: 50 鈥? 100 CFM Special: Safety shower and eye wash
Ventilation:
Protective Gloves: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves Eye Protection: Safety goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Uniform, lab coat, or disposable lab wear.
Work / Hygienic Practices: Follow the usual precautionary measure for handling chemicals / powder. Keep away from
food and beverages. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Boiling Point: N/A Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): < 0.1 mmHG (Charcoal, Activated) Melting Point: 220掳C (ACES Buffer)
Vapor Density (AIR = 1): N/A Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): N/A
Solubility in Water: Soluble Insoluble (Charcoal, Activated)
(ACES Buffer),
Appearance and Odor: White crystals (ACES Buffer), Solid black powder granules, odorless (Charcoal, Activated).
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Unstable Conditions to Avoid: Stable under ordinary storage conditions.
Stability:
Stable X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, and Sulfur oxides.
May Occur Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Hazardous
Polymerization:
Will Not Occur X
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Section 11. Toxicological Information
LD50: IVN-MSE, 440 mg/kg (Charcoal, Activated). Chronic exposure, reproductive hazard in rats.
LD50: N/A (ACES Buffer)
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Tests: N/A
Section 13. Disposal Information
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Keep waste separate. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material if questions arise.
Do not allow to reach ground water, water bodies, or sewage system.
Container Information: Do not remove labels from containers until they have been cleaned.
Section 14. Transport Information
ACES Buffer* Charcoal, Activated*
UN # --- UN #--
Class:-- Class:--
Packing Group: -- Packing Group:--
Hazard Class: -- Hazard Class:--
IATA: Non-Hazardous for Air Transport IATA: Non-Hazardous for Air Transport
*Non-hazardous for transport. *Non-hazardous for transport.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
EU Regulations
Hazard Symbols:
ACES Buffer: Xi (Irritant)
Charcoal, Activated: Xi (Irritant)
Risk Phrases:
ACES Buffer: N/A
Charcoal, Activated: R 36 / 37, Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
Safety Phrases:
ACES Buffer: NA
Charcoal, Activated: S 24 / 25 / 26 / 36, Avoid contact with skin and eyes. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing.
Section 16. Other Information
This document is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide.
Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above
product. These suggestions should not be confused with state, municipal or insurance requirements, and constitute NO
WARRANTY.
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