Humidity Indicator Cards SDS
SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Identification
Company
Fisher Scientific
One Reagent Lane Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 Tel: (201) 796-7100
Classification
Emergency Telephone Number
For information US call: 001-800-ACROS-01 / Europe call: +32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Number US:001-201-796-7100 / Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
CHEMTREC Tel. No.US:001-800-424-9300 / Europe:001-703-527-3887
2. Hazard(s) identification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Signal Word-Danger
Hazard Statements
May cause an allergic skin reaction
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled Suspected of causing genetic defects
May damage fertility or the unborn child
Suspected of causing cancer
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Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice
Inhalation
IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Skin
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Eyes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Ingestion
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
3. Composition / information on ingredients
4. First-aid measures
EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Obtain medical attention. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
INHILATION: Move to fresh air. Obtain medical attention. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
MOST IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause allergic skin reaction. Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain or flushing
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Treat symptomatically
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5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable Extinguishing Media Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO 2). Dry chemical. chemical foam.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No information available
Flash Point Method – No information available
Autoignition Temperature Explosion Limits No information available
Upper No information available
Lower No information available
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available
6. Accidental release measures
Personal Precautions Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Avoid dust formation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on
clothing.
Environmental Precautions Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional ecological
information.
Methods for Containment and Clean Up Avoid dust formation. Pick up and transfer to properly labelled containers.
7. Handling and storage
Handling: Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not ingest.
Storage: Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
8. Exposure controls / personal protection
EXPOSER GUDELINES: This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies.
Engineering Measures Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Personal Protective Equipment Eye/face Protection Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA’s eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin and body protection Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory Protection Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: No information available
Odor: No information available
Odor Threshold: No information available
pH: No information available
Melting Point/Range: No information available
Boiling Point/Range: No information available
Flash Point: No information available
Evaporation Rate: No information available
Flammability (solid,gas) Flammability or explosive limits: No information available
Upper: No data available
Lower: No data available
Vapor Pressure: No information available
Vapor Density: No information available
Relative Density: No information available
Solubility: No information available
10. Stability and reactivity
Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available
Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Incompatible products.
Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Hazardous Polymerization No information available
Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing
11. Toxicological information
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Product Information: No acute toxicity information is available for this product
Oral LD50: Based on ATE data, the classification criteria are not met. ATE > 2000 mg/kg.
Dermal LD50: Based on ATE data, the classification criteria are not met. ATE > 2000 mg/kg.
Vapor LC50: Based on ATE data, the classification criteria are not met. ATE > 20 mg/l.
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity- Do not empty into drains.
Persistence and Degradability – No information avaliable
Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation – No information available
13. Disposal considerations
Waste disposal method: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
14. Transport information
DOT Not regulated
TDG Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Not regulated
15. Regulatory information
International Inventories
Legend:
X – Listed
E – Indicates a substance that is the subject of a Section 5(e) Consent order under TSCA.
F – Indicates a substance that is the subject of a Section 5(f) Rule under TSCA.
N – Indicates a polymeric substance containing no free-radical initiator in its inventory name but is considered to cover the designated polymer made with any free-radical initiator regardless of the amount used.
P – Indicates a commenced PMN substance
R – Indicates a substance that is the subject of a Section 6 risk management rule under TSCA.
S – Indicates a substance that is identified in a proposed or final Significant New Use Rule
T – Indicates a substance that is the subject of a Section 4 test rule under TSCA.
XU – Indicates a substance exempt from reporting under the Inventory Update Rule, i.e. Partial Updating of the TSCA Inventory Data Base Production and Site Reports (40 CFR 710(B).
Y1 – Indicates an exempt polymer that has a number-average molecular weight of 1,000 or greater.
Y2 – Indicates an exempt polymer that is a polyester and is made only from reactants included in a specified list of low concern reactants that comprises one of the eligibility criteria for the exemption rule.
U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA 12(b) Not applicable SARA 313 Not applicable
16. Other information
Regulatory Affairs
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Email: EMSDS.RA@thermofisher.com
18-Apr-2011
10-Feb-2015
10-Feb-2015
This document has been updated to comply with the US OSHA HazCom 2012 Standard replacing the current legislation under 29 CFR 1910.1200 to align with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)
Disclaimer
The information provided on this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any process, unless specified in the text.