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MSDS For 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Solution
MSDS For 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Solution
Material Safety data sheet
10% Neutral Buffered Formalin solution No. M138
Section 1: Product and Company
Product Name 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin solution
0011‐0001, 0011‐0002, 0011‐0003, 0011‐0034, 0011‐0035, 0011‐0038, 0011‐0039, 0011‐0042,
0011‐0044, 0011‐0046, 0011‐0048, 0011‐0050, 0011‐0051, 0011‐0052, 0011‐0053, 0011‐0054,
Product Codes 0011‐0055, 0011‐0061, 0011‐0062, 0011‐0063, 0011‐0069, 0011‐0070, 0011‐0071, 0011‐0072,
0011‐0077, 0011‐0078, 0011‐0079, 0011‐0080, 0011‐0081, 0011‐0082, 0011‐0083, 0011‐0084 ,
0011‐0086
Manufacturer CITOTEST LABWARE MANUFACTURATURING CO., LTD
Address 339 Beihai Road, Haimen City226100, Jiangsu, P.R. China
Tel 0086 513 82259348
Section 2: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: WARNING ‐ Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause cancer by inhalation
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes May cause irritation
Skin May cause irritation to skin
Ingestion May cause gastrointestinal discomfort
Inhalation May cause irritation to respiratory tract
Section 3: Composition/ Information on ingredients
Components CAS % By weight
Sodium phosphate dibasic 10039‐32‐4 1.5‐1.7
Sodium phosphate
13472‐35‐0 0.4‐0.5
monobasic
Methanol 67‐56‐1 1.2‐1.5
Formaldehyde 50‐00‐0 3.7‐4.0
Section 4: First Aid Measures
After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash
Skin contact
immediately with plenty of water.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
Eye contact
advice.
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If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this
If Swallowed
container or label. If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
Inhalation In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
Hazards from Combustion
In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
products
Precautions & Equipment
In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
for Fire Fighters
Special Remarks on
In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
Explosion Hazards
Hazchem Code 2X
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of spill. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Remove all non‐essential personnel
Personal precautions
from area.
Prevent entry in storm sewers and waterways. Report spill as required by local and federal
Environmental precautions
regulations
Clean‐up personnel should wear proper protective equipment and clothing. Absorb
Measures for cleaning up
material with suitable absorbent and containerize for disposal.
Section 7: Handling & Storage
Handling Keep containers well closed at all times
Store in a well‐ventilated place, above 15℃ and below 30℃ and out of direct sunlight.
Storage
Store away from foodstuffs
Other information Not classified as dangerous for purpose of transport
Section 8: Exposure controls/ Personal protection
Hand protection Natural rubber, Neoprene, PVC or equivalent
None needed under normal conditions of use with adequate ventilation. A chemical
Respiratory protection
cartridge respirator should be worn if PEL or TLV is exceeded.
Eye protection Splash proof chemical safety goggles should be worn
Other Protective Clothing
Lab coat, apron, eye wash, safety shower.
or Equipment
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Section 9: Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance Clear aqueous liquid
Odor/odor threshold Distinct formalin odour
pH 6.8‐7.2
Melting point/Freezing point N/A
Boiling point Approximately 100℃
Vapour Pressure N/A
Relative density N/A
Density 1.00‐1.03g/ml
Solubility Soluble in water
Section 10: Stability & Reactivity
Stability Stable under normal conditions of use
Hazardous polymerization No data available
Substances to avoid Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, alkalis
Conditions to avoid Heat and source of ignition
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Avoid contact with the skin or mucous membranes. Avoid inhaling vapour
Inhalation Irritating to the nose and respiratory tract, sensitivity reactions may occur.
If swallowed, may cause pain, inflammation and ulceration with vomiting,
Ingestion
gastrointestinal bleeding and bloody urine.
May cause hardening or whitening of the skin. Contact dermatitis and sensitivity
Skin
reactions may occur
Eye Irritating to the eyes. May cause stinging and redness.
Concentrations of Formaldehyde greater than 25% are presumed to be human
Toxicity
carcinogens. May also cause sensitizations to susceptible individuals.
Toxicological data on ingredients Formaldehyde gas: ORAL(LD50): Acute 100mg/kg to Rat; 42mg/kg to Mouse.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Mobility Not known‐stable product
Persistence and Degradability Biological degradability: good
Toxicity of the products of
The products of biodegradation are less toxic than the product itself
Biodegradation
Ecotoxicity Formalin solutions are very toxic to aquatic life. Do not allow to enter waters, waste
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water or soil.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Collect and seal in properly labeled containers for disposal. Wash area down with
Disposal methods and containers excess water. Empty containers may be decontaminated by rinsing in water.
Containers may be recycled where permitted.
Waste material may be incinerated under controlled conditions which permitted.
Special disposal for landfill or
Refer to local Waster Management Authority Regulations for other approved
incineration
methods.
Section 14: Transport information
DOT proper shipping name N/A
Section 15: Regulatory Information
Product related hazard This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause
information cancer.
Section 16: Other Information
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither CITOTEST company nor any
of its distributors assumes any liabilities whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown
hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these
are the only hazards that exist.
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