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Product Safety Data Sheet
Isocare
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name
Isocare
Product Code
XVD 703
Supplier
Animalcare Ltd,
Common Road,
Dunnington,
York, YO19 5RU,
Telephone No. +44 (0) 1904 487687
Fax No.
+44 (0) 1904 487611
E-Mail: animalcare@animalcare.co.uk.
Emergency Telephone +44 (0) 1904 487687 (daytime)
2.
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritant. Anaesthetic.
Under normal conditions of use Isocare presents little or no hazard to man or the environment.
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3.
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
CAS No.
4.
Isoflurane
26675-46-7
Category:
Substance
FINECS No.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes:
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention if irritation, pain, swelling, tearing or photosensitivity persists after 15
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minutes of flushing.
5.
Skin:
Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with large amounts of soap and
water. Seek medical attention if area is irritated or painful. Isoflurane can be
absorbed through intact skin, carefully observe patient for systemic signs or
symptoms.
Inhalation:
Remove person to fresh air. Administer artificial respiration or CPR as needed.
Seek medical attention for severe dizziness or unconsciousness.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Contact Poison Information Service for instructions.
Administer artificial respiration or CPR as needed. Seek medical attention.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Agents:
6.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Procedures for clean up:
7.
In case of fire use foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Ventilate area of spill or leak. Absorb spill using sorbant for
organic chemicals (vermiculite, spill pillows, etc.). Collect
sorbant in sealed containers for disposal. Wear protective
equipment as indicated below.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store at controlled room temperature.
Handle and store bottles so as to avoid breakage.
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8.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory protection:
Ventilation:
Skin:
Eyes:
9.
Perform exposure monitoring for this product to ensure that
employees are not exposed to levels greater than applicable
regulatory limits. If exposure levels exceed regulatory limits,
implement a respiratory protection programme.
Local exhaust is recommended where this product is being used.
Latex, rubber or other impervious gloves.
Eye protection recommended. Eye wash facilities should be
provided.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form:
Clear, colourless, liquid
Odour:
Mild ethereal odour.
Boiling Point:
48.5C
Flash Point:
93C (200F)
Explosive Properties:
Toxic gases may be released (see decomposition products below)
Vapour pressure:
261.8 mmHg @ 22C
Vapour Density:
Heavier than air
Solubility:
Negligible in water
Evaporation rate:
(diethyl ether = 1) Slower
%Volatile (by weight):
100
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10.
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability:
Stable
Hazardous
11.
decomposition products:
Phosgene, Hydrogen chloride, Hydrogen fluoride.
polymerisation will not occur.
Hazardous reactions:
Avoid contact with peroxides.
Hazardous
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
IHL-RAT LC50 15300 ppm/3h (IHL – inhalation)
Eyes:
Acute:
Chronic:
Skin:
Acute:
Chronic:
Inhalation:
Acute:
May cause irritation and redness
None known
May cause dryness
None known
May cause irritation of the mouth and throat. Overexposure can lead to
unconsciousness and death
None known
Chronic:
Ingestion:
Unlikely under normal conditions of handling or usage.
Acute:
May lead to unconsciousness or death.
12.
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not determined.
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13.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Do not allow product
to enter drains and watercourses or dispose of where ground or surface water may be affected.
14.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Packaged in glass bottles – should be handled with care to avoid breakage.
15.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Classification:Xi Irritant
Labelling:
Symbol(s):
R-Phrases:
S-Phrases:
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R36 Irritating to eyes
R37 Irritating to respiratory system
R38 Irritating to skin
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing
S37 Wear suitable gloves
S39 Wear eye/face protection
OTHER INFORMATION
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We believe the statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are
reliable, but they are given without warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, and we
assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising out of
their use.
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