MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product: Molecular Biology Agarose
Cat. No: MA 124
Molecular Research Center, Inc.
5645 Montgomery Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45212
USA 1-888-841-0900
Product Name: Molecular Biology Agarose
Chemical Formula: A formulation
Molecular Weight: A formulation
CERCLA RATINGS: N/A
NFPA RATINGS: (scale 0-4) Health=0 Fire=1 Reactivity=0
HMIS RATINGS: (scale 0-4) Health=0 Fire=1 Reactivity=0 PPE=C
CHEMTREC EMERGENCY NUMBER: 1-703-527-3887
2. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS No Percent
Agarose 9012-36-6 Proprietary Information
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
Skin: No adverse effects expected.
Ingestion: No adverse effects expected. Very large ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset due to gelation and bulking
with possible constipation.
Inhalation: Nuisance dust. May cause coughing and sneezing if inhaled in large amounts.
Eye: No adverse effects expected but dust may cause eye irritation.
ACUTE EFFECTS: The chemical, physical and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
4. FIRST AID
EYE CONTACT: Check and remove contact lenses. Flush with water in an eyewash for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open.
Do not use eye ointment. Obtain medical attention if symptoms or discomfort persist.
SKIN CONTACT: In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before use.
INGESTION: Drink several glasses of water to dilute agent. If large amounts were swallowed, get medical advice.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with
skin and eyes. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR SPILL CONDITIONS: Remove sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak
or spill. Use gloves and other appropriate protective covering to avoid skin contact. Use chemical goggles, face shield, or other
appropriate eye protection. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal. Small amounts of residue may be
flushed to sewer with adequate amounts of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition. Protect from moisture. As with all chemicals of
unknown hazardous effects, use good laboratory practice when handling this substance.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/ PERSONAL PROTECTION
Airborne Exposure Limits:
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 15 mg/m3 respirable fraction for nuisance dusts.
For routine operations wear safety glasses, dust mask, latex gloves and lab coat to avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothing. Keep bottle tightly closed.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: White powder
Odor: Odorless
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water
Melting point: 86 - 90 掳C
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION OR DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE EFFECTS: May cause skin or eye irritation. Ingestion may be harmful. No LD50 / LC50 information found
relating to normal routes of occupational exposure.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION No information found..
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Keep in sealed containers until final disposal. May be incinerated according to federal, state and local environmental
regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Not regulated.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Federal, State and International Regulations:
Ingredient SARA 302 RQ TPQ SARA 313 List Chem. Catg. CERCLA RCRA TSCA
Agarose (9012-36-6) No No No No No No No
16. OTHER INFORMATION Reviewed by BW, MJ
Revision date 5/01/07
This information is believed to be accurate and represents the information currently available to us. However, we make no
warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no
liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for
their particular purposes.
Abbreviations:
N/A Not Applicable
N.D.A. No data available
TLV-STEL Threshold Limit Values (Short-Term Exposure Limit)
TLV-TWA Threshold Limit Values (Time-Weighted Average)
OSHA PEL-TWA OSHA Permissible Exposure Level
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