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Material Safety Data Sheet
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BAX (R) Listeria DV Buffer
E1001748 Revised 25-OCT-2007
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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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
Listeria DV Buffer
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont Qualicon
Experimental Station
Building 400
Rt. 141 & Henry Clay Road
Wilmington, DE 19880
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 99.5
Other Components 0.5
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN
APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED.
Based on components, prolonged contact may cause skin
irritation with itching, burning redness, swelling
or rash.
Based on components, prolonged contact may cause eye
irritation with tearing, pain or blurred vision.
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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
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
Ingestion is not an expected route of exposure during normal use
of the product. If ingested, consult a physician immediately.
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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.
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Initial Containment
Follow applicable Federal, State/Provincial and Local laws/
regulations.
Spill Clean Up
Soak up with sawdust, sand, oil dry or other absorbent material.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
Storage
Store refrigerated (4 C) for quality of product for intended
purpose. Not hazardous at other temperatures.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Personal Protective Equipment
Latex gloves and safety glasses are minimum protective
equipment recommended for any laboratory work with this
product.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
BAX (R) Listeria DV Buffer
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
This product is a liquid with physical properties similar to
water.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
Component 1
Dermal LD50: > 4640 in rabbits
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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
The DuPont Oval, DuPont(TM), The Miracles of Science(TM),
and BAX(R) are trademarks of DuPont or it鈥檚 affiliates.
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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
Address : Experimental Station, Bldg. 400
Rt. 141 and Henry Clay Road
Wilmington, DE 19880
Telephone : 302-695-5300
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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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