Material Safety Datasheet
RISHTM CMV Probe (RI0011)
Rev. 081210
1. Product
Name: RISHTM CMV Probe
Catalog Number: RI0011
Company Identification : Biocare Medical, 4040 Pike Lane, Concord, CA 94520, USA,
Tel. (800)-542-2002
2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Hazardous ingredients:
Chemical Name
CAS-no.
Formamide
75-12-7
Sodium Lauryl
151-21-3
Sulphate (SDS)
EC-no.
200-842-0
Classification
Toxic
Concentration
<60%
205-788-1
Harmful
<5%
3. Hazards Identification:
Hazard statements:
Please observe the safety information on this safety data sheet.
May cause harm to the unborn child.
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin.
4. First Aid Measures:
General information:
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. In case of accident or
illness, seek medical attention.
After inhalation:
Provide fresh air. In case of respiratory tract irritation, seek medical attention.
After eye contact:
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately thoroughly with plenty of water and
seek medical attention.
After swallowing:
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
After skin contact::
Wash immediately with water. In case of skin irritation, seek medical attention.
5. Fire Fighting Measures:
Suitable extinguishing agents:
Non-flammable agents. Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding
conditions.
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Particular hazards:
In case of fire, dangerous fumes may be released. In case of fire, Hydrogen cyanide
(HCN) and Nitrogen oxides (NOx) can be released.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device and fully protective suit.
Additional information:
The components are non-flammable, the packaging is flammable.
6. Accidental Release Measures:
Methods for cleaning/collecting:
Carefully wipe up any liquid material which has been spilled using absorbent paper
towels. Wash with water. Dispose of paper towels as solid waste.
Person-related safety precautions:
Avoid direct contact. Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Consider safety measures of section 7 and 8.
Environmental precautions:
Do not allow to enter drains/surface water/ground water.
7. Handling and Storage:
Advice for safe handling:
Avoid contact with skin, mouth, eyes, and clothes. Do not inhale fumes. After use,
replace cap immediately.
Precautions against fire and explosion:
No special fire protection measures are necessary.
Storage:
Technical measures and storage conditions:
Store, tightly closed, in the original vessel at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C.
Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection:
Workplace exposure limit value:
Chemical name
CAS-no.
Formamide
75-12-7
Values
OES short-term value 56
mg/m3
30 ppm; long-term value 37
mg/m3; 20 ppm
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Personal protective equipment:
General health and safety measures:
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, mouth, and clothing. Wash hands after using product,
before breaks, and at the end of work. Remove any soiled and contaminated
clothing.
Respiratory protection:
Provide fresh air by local extraction system or general exhaust air.
Hand protection:
Wear protective gloves.
Eye protection:
Wear safety glasses.
Body protection:
Wear a lab coat with sleeves.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties:
Appearance:
Physical state:
Liquid
Color:
colorless
Odor:
odorless
Safety relevant basis data:
pH (20°C):
not determined
Boiling point:
not determined
Flash point:
not determined
Danger of explosion:
not determined
Relative density:
not determined
Solubility:
not determined
Density:
not determined
Melting/freezing point: not determined
10. Stability and Reactivity:
If stored correctly, the product is stable at least until the expiry date printed on the
label.
Conditions to avoid:
Temperatures outside the range stated for storage.
Dangerous reactions / materials to be avoided:
Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition products:
Ammonia, hydrogen cyanide, carbon monoxide.
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11. Toxicological information:
Full toxicological data for this product is not available. The information below is
derived from products of similar composition and/or the properties of the individual
components.
Acute toxicity:
Acute toxicity of Formamide: LD50 (oral, rat): 5800 mg/kg
Acute toxicity of SDS: LD50 (oral, rat): 1288 mg/kg
Primary irritant effect / sensitization:
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. Irritating effect on the eye. After inhalation
irritations in the respiratory tract, coughing, dyspnoea.
Further information:
Teratogenic effect in animal experiments. Damage of liver and kidneys.
12. Ecological Information:
The product has not been fully tested. The statement is derived from products of
similar structure or composition and/or the properties of the single components.
Ecotoxicity:
Fish toxicity of Formamide: Leuciscus idus LC50: 4600-4900 mg/l/96h
Fish toxicity of SDS: Onchorynchus mykiss LC50: 4.3 mg/l/96h
Persistence and degradability:
Biodegradation of Formamide: >70%/28d
Biodegradation of SDS: 90%/28d
Bioaccumulative potential:
Not determined.
Additional information:
Do not allow to enter drains/surface water/ground water.
13. Disposal considerations:
Appropriate disposal / product:
Dispose of waste according to applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Appropriate disposal / packaging:
Empty containers can retain product residues.
14. Transport information:
Not dangerous goods. Not regulated for transport.
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15. Regulatory information:
United States (TSCA): All ingredients are on the inventory or exempt from listing.
Canada (DSL/NDSL): All ingredients are on the inventory or exempt from listing.
EU regulations:
Formamide: Symbol, T, Toxic; R61, S45, S53.
SDS: Symbol, Xn, Harmful; R22, R36/38.
R22: Harmful if swallowed.
R36/38:Irritating to eyes and skin.
R61: May cause harm to the unborn child
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
S53: Avoid exposure – obtain special instructions before use.
16. Other information:
The above information was obtained from sources available at the time of revision
and believed to be accurate and reliable. The information included is not intended to
be all inclusive and should only be used as a guide. Biocare shall not be held liable
for any damage resulting from use, handling, or contact with the above product.
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