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1 Identification of substance:
· Product name: Acridine Orange Stain
· Catalog number: 212536
· Manufacturer/Supplier:
BD Diagnostic Systems
7 Loveton Circle
Sparks, MD 21152
Telephone: (410) 771-0100 or (800) 638-8663
· Information department: Technical services
· Emergency information:
In case of a chemical emergency, spill, fire, exposure, or accident contact BD Diagnostic Systems at
(410)771-0100 or (800) 638-8663, or ChemTrec at (800) 424-9300.
2 Composition/Data on components:
· Chemical characterization
· Description: Mixture of the substances listed below with nonhazardous additions.
· Dangerous components:
7647-01-0 hydrochloric acid 3.6%
3 Hazards identification
· Hazard description:
Xi Irritant
· Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
· Classification system
The classification was made according to the latest editions of international substances lists, and
expanded upon from company and literature data.
· NFPA ratings (scale 0-4)
1
0
0
Health = 1
Fire = 0
Reactivity = 0
4 First aid measures
· General information No special measures required.
· After inhalation Seek medical treatment in case of complaints.
· After skin contact Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
· After eye contact Rinse opened eye for 15 minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
· After swallowing Immediately call a doctor.
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· Information for doctor Show this product label or this MSDS.
5 Fire fighting measures
· Suitable extinguishing agents
CO2, ABC multipurpose dry chemical or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol
resistant foam.
· Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or resulting gases:
During heating or in case of fire toxic gases may be produced.
· Protective equipment: No special measures required.
6 Accidental release measures
· Person-related safety precautions: Not required.
· Measures for environmental protection: Wipe up with damp sponge or mop.
· Measures for cleaning/collecting: No special measures required.
· Additional information: No dangerous substances are released.
7 Handling and storage
· Handling
· Information for safe handling: Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
· Information about protection against explosions and fires: No special measures required.
· Storage
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store only in the original receptacle.
· Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Do not store together with alkaline material.
Store away from oxidizing agents.
· Further information about storage conditions: Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
8 Exposure controls and personal protection
· Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see item 7.
· Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
7647-01-0 hydrochloric acid
PEL
REL
TLV
Short-term value: C 7 mg/m³, C 5 ppm
Short-term value: C 7 mg/m³, C 5 ppm
Short-term value: C 2.98 mg/m³, C 2 ppm
· Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
· Personal Protective Equipment
· General protective and hygienic measures
The usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed.
· Breathing equipment: Not required.
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· Protection of hands:
Chemical resistant gloves (i.e. nitrile, or equivalent).
· Eye protection: Safety glasses
· Body protection: Protective work clothing (lab coat).
9 Physical and chemical properties:
· General Information
Form: Liquid
Color: Light orange
Odor: Characteristic
· Change in condition Undetermined
· Melting point/Melting range: Not determined
· Boiling point/Boiling range: Not determined
· Flash point: Not applicable
· Auto igniting: Product is not self igniting.
· Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
· Vapor pressure at 25°C (77°F): 23.0 hPa (17 mm Hg)
· Density at 25°C (77°F): 0.999 g/cm3
· Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water: Soluble
· pH-value: Slightly acidic
10 Stability and reactivity
· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
· Dangerous reactions Reacts with alkali and metals
· Dangerous products of decomposition: No dangerous decomposition products known.
11 Toxicological information
· Acute toxicity:
· Primary irritant effect:
· on the skin: Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.
· on the eye: Irritating effect.
· Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
· Additional toxicological information:
Irritant
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The product shows the following dangers according to internally approved calculation methods for
preparations:
12 Ecological information:
· Ecotoxical effects:
· Other information:
The ecological effects have not been thoroughly investigated, but currently none have been identified.
· General notes: Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
13 Disposal considerations
· Product:
· Recommendation
Must not be disposed of with solid waste.
Dispose of material in accordance with federal (40 CFR 261.3), state and local requirements.
This product is not considered a RCRA hazardous waste.
· Uncleaned packagings:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to state and federal regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents.
14 Transport information
· DOT regulations:
· Hazard class: -
· Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
· ADR/RID class: -
· Maritime transport IMDG:
· IMDG Class: -
· Marine pollutant: No
· Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
· ICAO/IATA Class: -
15 Regulations
· SARA Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances)
7647-01-0 hydrochloric acid
· SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings)
7647-01-0 hydrochloric acid
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act)
127-09-3 sodium acetate
7647-01-0 hydrochloric acid
532-32-1 sodium benzoate
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· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause cancer
None of the ingredients is listed.
· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Carcinogenicity categories
· IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
7647-01-0 hydrochloric acid 3
· NTP (National Toxicology Program)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Product related hazard information:
Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with regulations on hazardous materials.
· Hazard symbols:
Xi Irritant
· Hazard-determining components of labeling:
hydrochloric acid
· Risk phrases:
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
· Safety phrases:
1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately.
· National regulations
· Additional classification according to Decree on Hazardous Materials:
CERCLA: This product contains hydrochloric acid which has a Reportable
Quantity (RQ) of 5,000 lbs.
SARA 311/312: May be subject to reporting.
313: Hydrochloric acid is subject to reporting.
TSCA: Product is exempt under TSCA.
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16 Other information:
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither
Becton,Dickinson and Company or any of its subsidiaries 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 can not guarantee that these are
the only hazards that exist.
· Department issuing MSDS:
Safety and Environment Department
MSDS created by Michael J. Spinazzola
· Contact: Technical Service Representative
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