Strategic Diagnostics Inc. Part #: 9998176.1
Revised December 2003
Material Safety Data Sheet
Myco Aflatoxin Test Kit
MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer/Distributor: Strategic Diagnostics Inc.
111 Pencader Drive
Newark, DE 19702
Phone Number: 1-(302) 456-6789
Trade Names and Synonyms: Myco Aflatoxin Test Kit (7000125)
NFPA Ratings Health: 2
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 1
OSHA HAZARD DETERMINATION
Hazardous Ingredients CAS Number Weight Percent
Methanol 67-56-1 < 70
Aflatoxin B1 1162-65-8 <0.01
from aspergillus flavus
PHYSICAL DATA
Plastic kit containing small amounts of various liquids and powders.
HAZARDOUS REACTIVITY
Instability Stable - Reactivity not expected with the product.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Fire and Explosion Hazards Methanol has a flash point of 52掳F and an autoignition
temperature of 725掳F.
Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material.
Special Fire Fighting Instructions Firefighters must wear appropriate protective clothing and
self 鈥? contained breathing apparatus.
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Primary Route(s) of Exposure/Entry: Skin, Eyes and Mouth. Flush skin and eyes with large amounts of
water.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure/Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
Methanol may be fatal if swallowed. Methanol may be harmful, if inhaled or absorbed through skin. Vapor
or mist is irritating to eyes, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract. Skin contact with chemical may
cause irritation. Methanol may also cause irritation / damage to kidneys and other gastrointestinal organs.
May also cause convulsions.
Carcinogenicity: None of the components in this material is listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, or ACGIH as a
carcinogen.
Applicable Exposure Limits
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Methanol
OSHA/PEL 262 mg/m3
ACGIH /TLV 262 mg/ m3
TXDS: orl-rat LD50 5628 mg/kg
ihl-rat LC50 64000 ppm/4H
orl-mice LD50 7300 mg/kg
skn-rbt LD50 15800 mg/kg
FIRST AID
Inhalation No specific intervention is indicated as the compound is not likely to be hazardous by
inhalation. Consult a physician if necessary.
Skin Contact The compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact, but cleansing the skin after
use is advisable.
Eye Contact In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Call a physician.
Ingestion The compound is toxic by ingestion. Call a physician.
PROTECTION INFORMATION
General Control Measures and Precautions: Ventilation - Natural ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory Protection: None required.
Protective Gloves: Are highly recommended.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields are required.
Other Protective Equipment: A lab coat or other long 鈥? sleeved
garment is required. Access to a safety shower and eyewash
station is recommended.
SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Spill, Leak, or Release Review FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS and SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
before proceeding with clean up.
Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up.
No special clean up practices are required.
Waste Disposal Dispose of as solid waste in accordance with any applicable federal, state,
and local requirements.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
DOT Proper Shipping Name Not DOT regulated.
IATA/IMO Proper Shipping Name Not restricted.
TITLE III HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
Acute No
Chronic No
Fire No
Reactivity No
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Pressure No
REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA HAZARD DETERMINATION: This material is not known to be hazardous as defined by OSHA鈥檚
Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
EPA DETERMINATIONS:
COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION, & LIABILITY ACT
(CERCLA/SUPERFUND), 40 CFR 302 - This material is not known to contain hazardous substances in
sufficient quantity to make it subject to CERCLA regulations.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA), 40 CFR 710
The material is a mixture as defined by TSCA. The chemical ingredients in this material are in the Section
8(b) Chemical Substance Inventory and/or are otherwise in compliance with TSCA. In the case of ingredients
obtained from other manufacturers, Strategic Diagnostics, Inc. relies on the assurance of responsible third
parties in providing this statement.
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA), 40 CFR 261, SUBPARTS C AND D
The material, when discarded or disposed of, is not specifically listed as a hazardous waste in Federal
regulations; however, it could be considered hazardous if it meets criteria for being toxic, corrosive, ignitable or
reactive according to U.S. EPA definitions (40 CFR 261). This material could also become a hazardous waste
if it is mixed with or comes in contact with a listed hazardous waste. If it is a hazardous waste, regulations 40
CFR 262-266 and 268 may apply.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS, 49 CFR 171-178 - This material is not
known to contain hazardous substances in sufficient quantity to make it subject to the Regulations.
FOREIGN REGULATIONS: CANADIAN HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS ACT (WHMIS)
The material is not a WHMIS Controlled Product.
STATE REGULATIONS:
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 1986 (鈥淧ROPOSITION 65鈥?)
The material is not known to contain any ingredients (s) subject to the Act.
PENNSYLVANIA WORKER AND COMMUNITY RIGHT TO KNOW ACT
This material is not known to contain any ingredient(s) subject to the Act. Non-hazardous ingredient(s)
information is withheld as trade secret in accordance with Section 11 of the Pennsylvania Worker and
Community Right to Know Act.
The above data are based on tests, experience, and other information which Strategic Diagnostics Inc. believes
reliable and are supplied for informational purposes only. However, some ingredients may have been purchased
or obtained from third-party manufacturers. In these instances, Strategic Diagnostics, Inc., in good faith, relies on
information provided by those third parties. Since conditions of use are outside our control, STRATEGIC
DIAGNOSTICS INC. DISCLAIMS ANY LIABLITITY FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY WHICH RESULTS FROM USE
OF THE ABOVE DATA. NOTHING CONTAINED HEREIN SHALL CONSTITUTE A GUARANTEE, WARRANTY
(INCLUDING WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY) OR REPRESENTATION (INCLUDING FREEDOM FROM
PATENT LIABILITY) BY STRATEGIC DIAGNOSTICS, INC. WITH RESPECT TO THE DATA, THE MATERIAL
DESCRIBED, OR ITS USE FOR ANY SPECIFIC PURPOSE, EVEN IF THAT PURPOSE IS KNOWN TO
STRATEGIC DIAGNOSTICS INC.
Responsibility for MSDS: Strategic Diagnostics Inc.
111 Pencader Drive
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 456-6789
* End of MSDS *
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