Agarose
Material Safety Data Sheet
Ambion has evaluated all of its products to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Per section 1910.1200 of
Title 29CFR, the following products are not considered hazardous and do not require separate material safety data
sheets.
Agarose-LE (general use) 9040/9042 Agarose HR (high resolution) 9044/9046
Agarose-LM (low melt) 9048/9050
PHYSICAL DATA (Information in order Agaorse-LE, (Agarose-HR), ((Agarose-LM))
Appearance and Odor White Crystalline Powder
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Melting Point at 1.5% gel mix 88 C (66.8 C) ((65.2))
Specific Gravity 1.7
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Gel Strength (Nikan) 3220 g/cm (880 g/cm ) ((870 g/cm ))
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Gel Strength (Cherry-Burrel) 1830 g/cm (390 g/cm ) ((410 g/cm ))
pH in solution at 1.5% gel mix 6.6 (6.3) ((5.8))
Solubility in H2O Soluble in hot water
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA (Information for all Agaroses)
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Flash Point (test method) 205 C (auto ignition temp.)
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Flammable Limits in Air(% by Volume) LEL 0.4 oz/FT
Extinguishing Media Media suitable to extinguish the surrounding fire such as H2O or CO2
Special Fire Fighting Use Respirator, self contained breathing apparatus
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards N/A
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Effects of Overexposure Excessive dust may be irritating to shin and eyes
Emergency First Aid Procedures Wash affected area with water. Irrigate eyes for at least 15 minutes. If
ingested, induce vomiting. Notify physician immediately.
REACTIVITY DATA
Stability Stable
Incompatibility None Known
Hazardous Decomposition Products N/A
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
If released or spilled Ventilate area. Prevent dust buildup. Place in container with lid. Clean
area thoroughly
Waste Disposal Method Dispose according to federal and local regulations
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection Not expected to require personal respirator usage. (NIOSH approved
respirator if necessary)
Ventilation Not expected to require any special ventilation. General lab hood if
necessary.
Protective Gloves Laboratory aprons and gloves. Store dessicated in freezer.
Eye Protection Use general eye protection-goggles
Precautionary Labeling None
This bulletin is for your guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Ambion makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of
the data and shall not be liable for any damages thereto. The data are offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. These suggestions
should not be confused with either state, municipal, or insurance requirements, or with national safety codes and constitute no warranty. Any use of these data and
information must be determined by the user to be in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.042000 msds\agarose.msd
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