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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
FRIGID - AUTOPSY COMPOUND
This product IS NOT a "Hazardous Substance " according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT / PREPARATION
AND COMPANIES
Manufacturer's Details:
Name: Frigid Fluid Company
Address: 11631 West Grand Avenue - Chicago, Illinois 60164 - USA
Telephone: 1-708-836-1215
Importer's Details:
Name: R.H. Minter Pty. Ltd.
Address: 17 Park Road - Oakleigh -Victoria - 3166 - AUSTRALIA
Telephone: 61-(03)-9568-6999 Contact: Technical Consultant
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: 1-800-808-471 (24 HOURS)
Product Usage: In embalming: drying, preservation compound for autopsy cases.
HAZARD RATINGS PRODUCT CLASSIFICATIONS
1 FIRE UN Number For Product N/E
2 HEALTH ADGC Risk Classification For Product N/E
1 REACTIVITY ADGC Subsidiary Risk For Product N/E
4 = Extreme 3 = High Packing Group For Product N/E
2 = Moderate 1 = Low HAZCHEM Code For Product N/E
0 = No Hazard SUSDP Code For Product N/E
ACRONYMS & SYMBOL AND NOTICE CODES USED:
UN # United Nations Number ADGC Australian Dangerous Goods Code
N.O.S. Not Otherwise Specified HAZCHEM Emergency action code - information
SUSDP Standard-Uniform Schedule for fire & emergency services
of Drugs and Poisons N/A Not Available
N/E Not Established SKIN Absorbed By Skin
SEN Sensitiser
CARCINOGEN CODES: 1 = Established / Known Carcinogen
2 = Probable Human Carcinogen
3 = Suspected of Having Carcinogenic Potential
Notice & Carcinogen Codes compiled from 'Exposure Standards For Atmospheric Contaminants In
the Occupational Environment [ NOHSC:3009 (1995) ]
ADGC Codes compiled from 'Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail
6th Edition - ADGCode - Volume 2, Technical Appendices ]
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2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON PRODUCT'S INGREDIENTS
WORKSAFE WORKSAFE
AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIA
Codes
Exposure Standards
Hazardous Ingredients % TWA STEL Notice Carcinogen
mg/m3 mg/m3 Code Code
>Hydroxymethyl-5
(5-dimethylhydantoin)
CAS# 116-25-61 100 N/E N/E
NON- Haz. Ingredients N/A
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3. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
This product IS NOT classified as a Hazardous Substance/Dangerous Goods according to:
Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008 - 1999]
Australian Dangerous Goods Code - 6th Edition
Risk Phrases For This Product Are:
R36/37 = Irritating to eyes and respiratory system
Safety Phrases for this product are:
S22 = Do not breathe dust
S36/37/38 = Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye-face protection
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS OF THIS PRODUCT:
INGESTION - ACUTE EXPOSURE:
Insufficient data available.
INHALATION - ACUTE EXPOSURE:
Inhalation of dust particles may cause respiratory irritation.
INHALATION - CHRONIC EXPOSURE:
Insufficient data available.
SKIN - ACUTE EXPOSURE:
Insufficient data available.
SKIN - CHRONIC EXPOSURE:
Prolonged or repeated contact with skin may cause mild irritation.
EYES - ACUTE EXPOSURE:
Eye contact with dust particles may cause irritation.
EYES - CHRONIC EXPOSURE:
Long term exposure may become damaging to eyes.
GENERALISED CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE:
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure:
Asthma.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES:
EYES:
Quickly flush eyes with copious amounts of cold water for15 minutes while holding eyelids open.
Seek prompt medical attention.
SKIN:
Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with copious amounts of soap and water.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
INHALATION:
Immediately remove victim to fresh air and restore breathing, if necessary. Stay with victim until
arrival of emergency medical personnel.
INGESTION:
Although not considered a hazardous product, the following protocol should be followed:
IMMEDIATELY CALL FOR AMBULANCE AND TRANSPORT VICTIM (AND M.S.D.S.) TO
NEAREST EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITY!
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING UNLESS INSTRUCTED BY A PHYSICIAN OR
AUSTRALIAN POISONS INFORMATION CENTRE ON 13-11-26
ADVICE TO DOCTOR:
TREAT SYMPTOMATICALLY -
CONSIDER ALL OF THE HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS ON THIS M.S.D.S
FIRST AID FACILITIES (Minimum Recommendation ):
Eye Wash Station, Drench Shower, State Approved First Aid Kit
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (method used): LEL UEL
N/E Flammable Limits: N/E N/E
Extinguishing Media:
Use media suitable for surrounding materials.
Special Fire Fighting Protocols:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing for indoor and significant
outdoor fires. Use water spray fog to cool fire and exposed containers.
Unusual Fire Hazards:
None known. However, this product should be kept away from heat, sparks and open flames.
Unusual Explosion Hazards:
None known.
HAZCHEM CODE: N/E
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
INITIAL PROCEDURES:
> Wear personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
> Clear the area of all personnel
> Carefully clean up spilled material and place in approved container for disposal.
> Avoid dust particle generation. DO NOT increase either fresh air source or exhaust/
ventilation sources.
Disposal of Absorbent Material:
> Dispose of any spilled material in accordance with local, state and national regulations.
7. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE (HANDLING AND STORAGE):
SAFE USAGE AND HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:
> Avoid, as far as practicable, inhalation of dust particles generated during use of this product.
> Avoid contact with skin and observe good personal hygiene.
> Avoid contact with eyes by wearing the appropriate eye protection (face shield or goggles).
> Wash hands thoroughly after contact and DO NOT eat, drink, smoke or attend to personal
> Take all cosmetics while working with this product.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:
> Store and dispense only in well-ventilated areas away from heat and sources of ignition.
> Store and use only in equipment/containers designed for use with this product.
> Containers must be properly labelled and kept closed when not in use.
> Do not remove any warning labels from containers.
> Store in closed container, in cool, well-ventilated area between 10 and 38 degrees C.
OTHER INFORMATION:
> None known.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL /
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):
EXPOSURE STANDARDS:
Worksafe Australia "Exposure Standards" for specific ingredients found within this product are listed
in Section 2 of this data sheet. Safe Usage for this product are found in Section 7 above.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
A local fresh air source AND a local exhaust/ventilation system must be used together whenever
using this product to keep vapour levels below STEL and TWA levels.
Local exhaust/ventilation should be taken from floor level as a minimum value.
Fresh air source should be directed from ceiling level downwards towards exhaust/ventilation unit.
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT:
Respiratory:
If inhalation risk exists, or for overexposure, wear Australian approved organic vapour respirator
(full-face or half-face, or air supplied breathing apparatus).
Eye Protection:
Always wear safety glasses with side shields, chemical goggles or full face shield.
Gloves:
Always wear chemical-resistant (Nitrile ) gloves when using this product.
Clothing/Boots:
Always wear chemical/splash-resistant clothing (sleeves to wrists-length to ankles) and rubber
boots when using this product.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Boiling Point: N/A Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 0.98
Vapour Pressure (MM Hg): N/A % Volitive by Volume: N/A
Vapour Density (Air = 1): N/A pH: N/E
Appearance/Odour: Light brown powder, mile odour
Evaporation Rate (Either=1) N/A Solubility in Water: Moderate
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
Stability:
Normally stable - Avoid heat, sparks and open flame.
Incompatible Materials:
Strong oxidisers, strong acids, strong alkalies.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and traces of nitrogen dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Health-Hazard-Data for this product can be found in Section # 3.
The following Toxicological Data is for individual hazardous ingredients only.
Hydroxymethyl-5:
Toxicological data for this chemical is insufficient.
Risk Phrases: N/A
Safety Phrases: N/A
Hydroxymethyl-5 in this product: 100%
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Ecological data for this product have not as yet been established.
The following data is for individual ingredients only .
Spillages:
The concentrated" form of this product must not be emptied into the common sewer.
Directions for spillage of this product can be found in Section 6 of this data sheet.
Hydroxymethyl-5:
Ecological data for this chemical is insufficient.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Dispose of any spilled material in accordance with local, state and national regulations.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
Product IS NOT HAZARDOUS for transport by Australian Dangerous Goods Code
HAZARD RATINGS PRODUCT CLASSIFICATIONS
1 FIRE UN Number For Product N/E
2 HEALTH ADGC Risk Classification For Product N/E
1 REACTIVITY ADGC Subsidiary Risk For Product N/E
4 = Extreme 3 = High Packing Group For Product N/E
2 = Moderate 1 = Low HAZCHEM Code For Product N/E
0 = No Hazard SUSDP Code For Product N/E
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
All known Hazardous Ingredients within this product are present on AICS -
[ Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances ]
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
DANGEROUS GOODS (DG) RISK CODES: CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING:
Class 1 Explosive C= Corrosive
Class 2 Compressed gases E= Explosive
Class 3 Flammable liquid F+ = Extremely Flammable
Class 4.1 Flammable solid F= Flammable
Class 5 Oxidisers, Organic peroxides N= Dangerous to Environment
Class 6 Poison, Infectious substances O= Oxidising
Class 7 Radioactive material T+ = Very Toxic
Class 8 Corrosive T= Toxic
Class 9 Miscellaneous XN = Harmful
XI = Irritant
TOXICOLOGICAL ABBREVIATIONS:
CHD= Child m3= Cubic metre
GPG= Guinea Pig MAN= Man
h= Hour mg= Milligram
I= Intermittent ml= Milliter
IHL= Inhalation MUS= Mouse
IPR= Intraperitoneal ppm= Parts per million (v/v)
IVN= Intravenous RBT= Rabbit
kg= Kilogram SCU= Subcutaneous
LC50= Lethal concentration with 50% kill rate TCLO= Lowest published toxic
LCLO= Lowest published lethal concentration concentration
LD50= Lethal dose with 50% kill rate TDLO= Lowest published toxic dose
LDLO= Lowest published lethal dose UNR= Unreported
m= Minute WMN= Woman
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16. OTHER INFORMATION (cont.):
IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE CONCERNING THIS M.S.D.S:
This data sheet and the health, safety and environmental information it contains are considered
to be accurate as of the date specified above. We have reviewed any information contained
herein that we received from sources outside R.H. Minter. However, no warranty or
representation, expressed or implied is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the data and
information contained in this data sheet. Health and safety precautions and environmental advise
noted in this data sheet may not be accurate for all individuals and, or situations. It is the user's
obligation to evaluate and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and
regulations. R.H. Minter Pty. Ltd. Shall not be held liable or responsible for any damage or injury
resulting from the abnormal use of this product, from any failure to adhere to recommendations,
or from any hazards inherent in the nature and, or normal use of this product.
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