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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer's Name: ALTANA INC.
Divisions: E. FOUGERA & CO. DIVISION
PHARMADERM DIVISION
Street Address: 60 BAYLIS ROAD
City, State, Zip Code: MELVILLE, NEW YORK 11747
Emergency Telephone No.: (800) 424-9300, (631) 454-7677
SECTION 1: IDENTITY
Product Name:
Synonyms:
CAS #:
Chemical Family:
Formula:
Lidocaine Ointment USP, 5%
Lignocaine Ointment 5%
Not applicable.
Topical anesthetic in polyethylene glycol.
Lidocaine USP, Polyethylene Glycol 300 NF, Polyethylene Glycol 1450.
SECTION 2: SAFETY and HAZARD RATINGS
Health (Acute-Chronic):
Flammability:
Reactivity:
Environment (Air-Water-Soil):
Special Hazards:
Protective Equipment:
2–1
10
0–1–0
None.
General ventilation, eye and hand wash.
RATINGS
Minimal 0
Slight 1
Moderate 2
Severe 3
Extreme 4
SECTION 3: EMERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes:
Skin:
Ingestion:
Inhalation:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.
CALL A PHYSICIAN
CONTACT A POISON CONTROL CENTER
SECTION 4: INGREDIENTS
CARCINOGEN HAZARD DATA
NAME CAS# % IARC NTP OSHA
ACGIH
TLV
OSHA
PEL
Lidocaine
Polyethylene Glycol 300
Polyethylene Glycol 1450
137-58-6
25322-68-3
25326-68-3
5.0 no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
not established
not established
not established
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SECTION 5: FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point:
Auto-ignition Temperature NF:
Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL:
UEL:
Extinguishing Media:
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Alcohol foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide, Water spray.
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
May emit toxic fumes of carbon oxides.
SECTION 6: REACTIVITY DATA (PHYSICAL HAZARDS)
Stability: [ X ] Stable [ ] Unstable
Conditions and Chemicals to Avoid: Avoid heat, light, oxidants and bases.
Hazardous Combustion or
Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: [ ] May Occur [ X ] Will Not Occur
SECTION 7: HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary Route(s) of Entry:
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
a. Overexposure Effects:
b. Chronic Effects:
1. Inhalation:
2. Eyes:
3. Skin:
4. Ingestion:
5. Medical Conditions
Potentially Aggravated:
Dermal, Ingestion.
a. May cause methemoglobinuria, depression of blood vessel tone and central nervous
system effects.
1. Not likely due to the physical state of the product.
2. Will cause irritation. Do not use in the eyes.
3. None expected under normal conditions of use.
4. May cause gastrointestinal and vascular effects.
5. May cause skin irritation and allergies in sensitive individuals. Carcinogenicity
studies on polyethylene (19,157,79) have been reviewed by IARC who found that
they do not permit an evaluation of its carcinogenicity.
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS and SPILL/LEAK PROCEDURES
Precautions to be Taken in
Handling/Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store at controlled room temperature
15N–30NC (59N–86NF). Avoid strong acids, alkalies, oxidizers and sources of heat.
Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use normal hygiene to protect hands, eyes and skin.
Use general ventilation to protect your lungs. Do not wear contaminated clothing
until thoroughly laundered.
When Material is Released or Spilled: Assure slippery conditions are nullified. Add sand or dirt. Scoop up and remove.
Wash area with soap and water. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local
regulations.
Waste Disposal Methods: Assure conformity with applicable disposal regulations. Dispose of absorbed material
at approved incineration or chemical landfill waste disposal site.
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SECTION 9: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection:
Skin Protection:
Eye Protection:
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:
General ventilation.
Normal hygiene.
Normal hygiene.
As needed to prevent repeated/prolonged contact.
SECTION 10: CONTAINERS and LABELING
Special Precautions:
Recommended Container:
Protect the Container by:
Container Should be Handled in an Area With:
The Empty Container is:
Precautionary Label:
Warning Placard:
IMO Hazard Class #:
UN/NA #:
Hazard Classification:
DOT Name:
Shipping Instructions:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store at controlled room
temperature 15N–30NC (59N–86NF). Avoid strong acids, alkalies, oxidizers
and sources of heat.
As supplied (not sold in bulk quantity).
Avoid physical damage, heat and light.
Adequate general ventilation.
Not reusable.
Federal law prohibits dispensing without a prescription. For external use
only. Do not use in the eyes.
Keep out of reach of children. Not recommended for use by expectant
mothers.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Avoid strong acids, alkalies, oxidizers and sources of heat.
SECTION 11: ENVIRONMENTAL RISKS
Aquatic Toxicity:
Biodegradability:
Partition Coefficient:
Not indicated.
Not indicated.
Not indicated.
SECTION 12: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Refer to the following
references:
OSHA Regulations:
DOT Regulations:
EPA Regulations:
Other:
If respirator used, 29 CFR 1910.134
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
NDC: 0168-0204-37
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SECTION 13: PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor:
Molecular Weight:
pH:
Refractive Index @ 20NC:
Viscosity CPS @ 25NC:
Boiling Point:
Freezing/Melting Point:
Congealing Point:
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20NC):
Vapor Density (Air=1):
Solubility in Water:
Solubility in Alcohol:
Solubility in Oil:
2 Specific Gravity @ H 0=1):
% Volatile by Volume:
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1):
A white ointment that is essentially odorless.
Not applicable.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not determined.
225NC (437NF)
40NC (104NF)
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Soluble.
Soluble.
Slightly soluble.
1.053 @ 20NC
0
0.00
Date of Preparation/Change:
March 21, 2006
Revision # 1 Replaces
March 21, 2003
The information presented herein relates to the specific material described and may not be valid for this material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. This information is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable on
the date compiled. We make no representation, warranty or guarantee as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness.
It is the reader's responsibility to ascertain whether the information supplied is suitable and complete for that person's specific
uses. This Material Safety Data Sheet was prepared for ALTANA INC. by:
COMPLIANCE INNOVATIONS, INC.
706 Route 15 South, Suite 207
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849
973-663-1120 • fax 973-663-2378
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