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Material Safety Data Sheet
According to 91/155 EEC
Printing date 19.01.2007 version number 21 Reviewed on 16.03.2005
1 Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
*Trade name: ELECTRODE CLEANING SOLUTION
*Article number: ECS
*Application of the substance / the preparation Laboratory chemicals
*Manufacturer/Supplier:
Reagecon Diagnostics Ltd.
Shannon Free Zone,
Shannon,
Co. Clare,
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Tel +353 61 472622
Fax +353 61 472642
*Further information obtainable from: EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER :- 353-87-7976154
2 Composition/information on ingredients
*Chemical characterization
*Description: Mixture of substances listed below with nonhazardous additions.
*Additional information: For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section 16.
3 Hazards identification
*Hazard description:
Xn Harmful
*Information concerning to particular hazards to man and environment:
The product has been classified and labelled in accordance with EU Directive 99/45/EC and all other EU
Directives referred to therein.
R 42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation.
*Classification system:
The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and extended by company and literature data.
4 First-aid measures
*After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
*After skin contact: Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
*After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
*After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.
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Trade name: ELECTRODE CLEANING SOLUTION
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5 Fire-fighting measures
*Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
*Protective equipment: No special measures required.
6 Accidental release measures
*Person-related safety precautions: Not required.
*Measures for environmental protection: Dilute with plenty of water.
*Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
7 Handling and storage
*Handling:PPE to be worn. See section 8
*Information for safe handling:
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
*Information about fire - and explosion protection: No special measures required.
*Storage:
*Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.
*Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
*Further information about storage conditions: None.
8 Exposure controls/personal protection
*Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7.
*Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at
the workplace.
*Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis.
*Personal protective equipment:
*General protective and hygienic measures:
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Do not inhale gases / fumes / aerosols.
*Respiratory protection:
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use
self-contained respiratory protective device.
*Protection of hands:
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the
chemical mixture.
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Trade name: ELECTRODE CLEANING SOLUTION
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Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
*Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several substances, the resistance
of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
*Penetration time of glove material
The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be
observed.
*Eye protection: Goggles recommended during refilling
9 Physical and chemical properties
*General Information
Liquid
Form:
Light orange colour
Colour:
Characteristic
Odour:
*Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: 0掳C
Boiling point/Boiling range: 100掳C
Not applicable.
*Flash point:
Product is not selfigniting.
*Self-igniting:
Product does not present an explosion hazard.
*Danger of explosion:
1.0 g/cm鲁
*Density at 20掳C:
*Solubility/ miscibility with
Fully miscible.
water:
*Solvent content:
0.0 %
Organic solvents:
10 Stability and reactivity
*Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
*Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
*Dangerous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.
11 Toxicological information
*Acute toxicity:
*Primary irritant effect:
*on the skin: No irritant effect.
*on the eye: No irritating effect.
*Sensitization: Sensitization possible through inhalation.
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Trade name: ELECTRODE CLEANING SOLUTION
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*Additional toxicological information:
The product shows the following dangers according to the calculation method of the General EU Classification
Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version:
Harmful
12 Ecological information
*General notes: Generally not hazardous for water
13 Disposal considerations
*Product:
*Recommendation
Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
*Uncleaned packaging:
*Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
*Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents.
14 Transport information
*Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
*ADR/RID class: -
*Maritime transport IMDG:
-
*IMDG Class:
*Marine pollutant: No
*Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
*ICAO/IATA Class: -
*Transport/Additional information: Not dangerous according to the above specifications.
15 Regulatory information
*Labelling according to EU guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directive 99/45/EC and all other EU
Directives referred to therein.
*Code letter and hazard designation of product:
Xn Harmful
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Trade name: ELECTRODE CLEANING SOLUTION
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*Hazard-determining components of labelling:
Pepsin A
*Risk phrases:
42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation.
*Safety phrases:
23 Do not breathe fumes/aerosol.
36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
*National regulations:
*Technical instructions (air):
Class Share in %
Water 98.7
I 1.0
*Waterhazard class: Generally not hazardous for water.
16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
*Relevant R-phrases
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation.
*Department issuing MSDS: Safety Officer
*Contact: Mr. John O'Keeffe
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