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1 Identification of substance: 
· Product details: 
· Product name: Enterococcosel Agar 
· Catalog number: 212205 
· Manufacturer/Supplier: 
BD Diagnostic Systems 
7 Loveton Circle 
Sparks, MD 21152 
Tel: (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: 
· CAS No. Description: 
Not applicable 
· Chemical characterization 
· Description: Mixture consisting of the following components. 
· Dangerous components: 
26628-22-8 sodium azide 0.44% 
bile salts No. 3 7.93% 
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3 Hazards identification 
· Hazard description: 
Xn Harmful 
· Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment 
R 22 Harmful if swallowed. 
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
R 52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic 
environment 
· NFPA ratings (scale 0-4) 
Health = 3 
Fire = 0 
Reactivity = 0 0 3 
4 First aid measures 
· General information No special measures required. 
· After inhalation Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints. 
· After skin contact Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. 
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· After eye contact Rinse opened eye for 15 minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. 
· After swallowing If symptoms persist consult doctor. 
5 Fire fighting measures 
· Suitable extinguishing agents 
CO2, extinguishing powder 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 poisonous gases may be produced. 
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) 
· 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: 
See Section 7 for information on safe handling. 
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. 
See Section 13 for disposal information. 
7 Handling and storage 
· Handling 
· Information for safe handling: No special measures required. 
· Information about protection against explosions and fires: No special measures required. 
· Storage 
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: 2 - 25 C 
· Information about storage in one common storage facility: 
Do not store together with oxidizing and acidic materials as well as heavy-metal compounds. 
· 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: 
26628-22-8 sodium azide 
REL Short-term value: C 0.3** mg/m³, C 0.1* ppm 
*as HN3 vapor; **as NaN3 
TLV Short-term value: C 0.29** mg/m³, C 0.11* ppm 
*as HN3 vapor; **as NaN3 
· 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. 
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· Protection of hands: 
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· Breathing equipment: 
In case of brief exposure, use a chemical fume hood or a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator. 
Chemical resistant gloves (i.e. latex, nitrile, or equivalent). 
· Eye protection: Safety glasses 
· Body protection: Protective work clothing (lab coat). 
9 Physical and chemical properties: 
· General Information 
Solid. 
Yellow-brown 
Characteristic 
Form: 
Color: 
Odor: 
Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds. 
Insoluble 
· Change in condition Undetermined 
· Melting point/Melting range: Not determined 
· Boiling point/Boiling range: Not determined 
· Flash point: Not applicable 
· Flammability (solid, gaseous) Product is not flammable. 
· Danger of explosion: 
· Density: Not determined 
· Solubility in / Miscibility with 
Water: 
· Solvent content: 
100.0 % · Solids content: 
10 Stability and reactivity 
· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: 
No decomposition if used according to specifications. 
· Materials to be avoided: 
Incompatible materials: acidic material and metals 
Incompatible material: strong oxidizers. 
· Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known 
· Dangerous products of decomposition: Chlorine (Cl) 
· Additional information: 
Sodium azide is present in this product. Contact with acidic solutions and metal compounds over time 
may form potentially explosive metal azides. Should any of this material be introduced into a sanitary 
sewer system, flush with copious amounts of water. 
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11 Toxicological information 
· Acute toxicity: 
· LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: 
26628-22-8 sodium azide 
Oral LD50 27 mg/kg (rat) 
· Primary irritant effect: 
· on the skin: Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. 
· on the eye: Irritating effect. 
· Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. 
· Subacute to chronic toxicity: Target organs: respiratory tract, eyes, kidneys, and skin. 
· Additional toxicological information: 
Harmful 
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 
Smaller quantities can be disposed of with solid waste. 
Must adhere to state and federal regulations. 
Disposal must be made according to the regulations found in 40 CFR 261. 
This product is not considered a RCRA hazardous waste. 
· Uncleaned packagings: 
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to state and federal regulations. 
14 Transport information 
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· 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: - 
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15 Regulations 
· SARA Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances) 
26628-22-8 sodium azide 
· SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings) 
26628-22-8 sodium azide 
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) 
9002-18-0 agar 
8013-01-2 yeast extract 
68-04-2 Sodium citrate 
497-19-8 sodium carbonate 
1185-57-5 ferric ammonium citrate 
26628-22-8 sodium azide 
· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause cancer 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· Carcinogenicity categories 
· IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· NTP (National Toxicology Program) 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH) 
26628-22-8 sodium azide A4 
· MAK (German Maximum Workplace Concentration) 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· Product related hazard informations: Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals 
· Hazard symbols: 
Xn Harmful 
· Hazard-determining components of labelling: 
sodium azide 
bile salts No. 3 
· Risk phrases: 
22 Harmful if swallowed. 
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment 
· Safety phrases: 
2 Keep out of the reach of children. 
13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs. 
22 Do not breathe dust. 
36 Wear suitable protective clothing. 
46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. 
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· Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water. 
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16 Other information: 
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither BD 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 cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. 
· Department issuing MSDS: Safety and Environment Department 
· Contact: Technical Service Representative 
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