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Ambion has evaluated all of its products to ensure compliance with OSHA regulatins. Per section 1910.1200 of
Title 29CFR, the following products are not considered hazardous and do not require separate MSDS sheets.
Gel Loading Soln. (Den. PAGE)(8546G,8547)
Native Agarose Gel Loading Soln. (8556)
Formaldehyde Load Dye (8552)
As yet, the physical, chemical and toxilogical properties of these products have not been thoroughly investigated.
Some of these products contain formamide and/or formaldehyde and therefore this MSDS is written to apply to the
Formamide and/or Formaldehyde component.(CAS#75-12-7, 9028-84-6)
PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor
Dark Blue, slightly hygroscopic oily liquid
Boiling Point 
N/A
Specific Gravity (H
2
O = 1)
1.128 (1.083 Formaldehyde)
Vapor Density (air = 1)
1.6 (1.03 Formaldehyde)
Evaporation Rate
N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)
0.08(52 mm 37C Formaldehyde)
Solubility in H
2
O
Miscible
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point
153F (133F Formaldehyde)
Flammable Limits in Air(% by Volume)
N/A
Extinguishing Media
Water, CO
2
, Foam, Dry Chemical
Special Fire Fighting
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
equipment.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards
Formaldehyde can react strongly with oxidizing materials.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Effects of Overexposure
Formaldehyde extremely destructive to the tissue of the upper
respiratory tract & eyes. Formaldehyde is a carcinogen.
Formamide may be teratogenic.
Emergency First Aid Procedures
Wash affected area with water. Irrigate eyes for at least 15
minutes. See physician.
REACTIVITY DATA
Incompatibility
Strong oxidizing agents, protect from moisture, acids & bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Toxic fumes of CO, CO
2
, & Nitrogen Oxides.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
If released or spilled
Ventilate area. Absorb spill with inert material. Wash spill area
when cleanup is complete.
Waste Disposal Method
Dispose according to federal, local and state regulations.
SPECIAL PROTECTION AND HANDLING INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection
Not expected to require personal respirator usage. (Use NIOSH
approved respirator if necessary)
Ventilation
Not expected to require any special ventilation (Lab Hood if
needed)
Precautionary Labeling
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Handling and Storage Considerations 
Laboratory aprons and gloves and eye protection . Cold Storage.
This bulletin is for your guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Ambion makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of
the data and shall not be liable for any damages thereto. The data are offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. These suggestions
should not be confused with either state, municipal, or insurance requirements, or with national safety codes and constitute no warranty. Any use of these data and
information must be determined by the user to be in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.042000
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