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Coulter® MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1 Company and Product Identification
Product Name Ready Safe?
Part Number 141349, 158735, 266785
Doc. ID 141349-75 AE
Issued (year/month/day)
Revised (year/month/day) 2006/08/10
Series Name Liquid Scintillation consumables
Manufacturer Beckman Coulter, Inc.
4300 Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835-3100, U.S.A.
ECREP Address:
Beckman Coulter Ireland, Inc.
Mervue Business Park,
Mervue, Galway, Ireland 353 91 774068
Distributor and
Emergency Phone No. 
 Refer to attached list, Document ID: 472050, for local distributor and
emergency phone numbers.
Section 2 Composition and Information on Ingredients
Hazardous Ingredients: Meets Hazardous Criteria:
Chemical Name CAS # % by wt. EU US OSHA WHMIS
1-Phenyl-1-Xylylethane 6196-95-8 <60 Xn;R65-36/38 Yes Yes
Alkylphenol Ethoxylate 9016-45-9 <40 Xi;R36/37/38 Yes Yes
See Section 15 Regulatory Information for additional information on hazard classifications.
Section 3 Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
Faint violet; Clear; Liquid; Aromatic
Nonflammable
Skin and eye irritant.
Inhalation of vapors may cause repiratory irritation and nervous system effects.
Physical Hazards None identified.
Potential Health
Effects Summary
Contact may cause moderate to severe irritation to the eyes, skin and mucous
membranes. Vapors may cause irritation to the eyes, respiratory tract and nervous
system depression. Swallowing may result in aspiration of this product into the lungs
and serious lung damage.
See Section 11 Toxicological Information for more detailed health information.
Product Hazard
Classifications
EU:
Xn;R65-36/38
WHMIS:
D2B
US OSHA:
Hazardous
?2006 Beckman Coulter, Inc.
Global MSDS – English
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Section 3 Hazards Identification (Continued)
Beckman Coulter Safety
Rating
Flammability (Section V): 0
Health (Section XI): 2
Reactivity with Water (Section X): 0
Contact (Section VIII): 2
Code
0=none
1=slight
2=caution
3=severe
Section 4 First Aid Measures
Inhalation If product is inhaled, move exposed individual to fresh air. If individual is not
breathing, begin artificial respiration immediately and obtain medical attention.
Eye Contact If product enters eyes, wash eyes gently under running water for 15 minutes or
longer, making sure that the eyelids are held open. If pain or irritation occur, obtain
medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. If pain or irritation occur, obtain medical
attention.
Ingestion If ingested, wash mouth out with water. If irritation or discomfort occurs, seek medical
attention.
Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point 163°C(325.4°F)
Flammable Limits Not available
Autoignition Temp. Not available
Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fire.
Special Fire and
Explosion Hazards
None identified.
Hazardous Combustion
Products
No information available.
Protective Equipment
for Firefighters
Self-contained breathing apparatus is recommended for firefighters.
Section 6 Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions Eye protection and impervious clothing should be worn. Respiratory protection may be
required if spill is in a confined area or generates vapor concentrations above acceptable
levels.
Spill and Leak
Procedures
Ventilate area. Remove all sources of ignition. Contain spill and collect with inert
absorbent and place in a suitable container for disposal.
Environmental
Precautions
Contain spill to prevent migration.
Section 7 Handling and Storage
Handling Precautions Use good laboratory procedures. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid
creating and breathing of mists.
Recommended Storage
Conditions
To maintain efficacy, store according to the instructions in the product labeling.
Keep away from incompatible material (see Section 10).
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Section 8 Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Exposure Limits
US OSHA: None established
ACGIH: None established
DFG MAK: None established
Engineering Controls No special engineering controls are required. Use with good general ventilation.
Respiratory Protection Under normal conditions, the use of this product should not require respiratory
protection. If aerosols are generated during use, the use of respiratory protection
should be evaluated by a qualified professional.
Eye Protection Safety glasses or chemical goggles should be worn to prevent eye contact.
Skin Protection Impervious gloves, such as Nitrile or equivalent, should be worn to prevent skin
contact.
Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid
Color Faint violet
Transparency Clear
Odor Aromatic
Odor Threshold Not applicable
pH Not available
Boiling Point 300°C(572°F)
Melting Point Not available
Specific Gravity ˜1 @20°C
Vapor Pressure 1 mm Hg @20°C
Vapor Density 7 (air=1)
Evaporation Rate Not available
Solubility
Water Disperses in water
Organic Not available
Section 10 Stability and Reactivity
Stability Stable in closed containers under normal temperatures and pressures.
Hazardous
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizers
Strong acids
Strong bases
Hazardous
Decomposition Products
When stored as labeled, no known hazardous decomposition products are formed
during the shelf-life of this product.
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Section 10 Stability and Reactivity (Continued)
Conditions to Avoid Keep away from incompatible material.
Section 11 Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data
for Hazardous Ingredients
Alkylphenol Ethoxylate MD0900000:Glycols, polyethylene, mono(nonylphenyl) ether (10/1/97)
Oral LD50 Rat : 1310 mg/kg
Oral LD50 Mouse : >50 gm/kg
Dermal LD50 Rabbit : 2 mL/kg
Primary Routes
of Exposure
Eye contact, ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact.
Potential Effects of
Acute Exposure
Eye and skin contact may cause moderate to severe irritation. Inhalation of mists may
cause irritation to the mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Ingestion may cause
mucous membrane and gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and abdominal
pain.
Potential Effects of
Chronic Exposure
Effects are similar to those for acute exposure.
Symptoms of
Overexposure
Symptoms of contact include stinging sensation, redness, pain and swelling.
Symptoms of inhalation exposure include cough, runny nose, difficulty breathing,
shortness of breath, sore throat, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination,
fatigue, loss of consciousness and coma.
Carcinogenicity This product does not contain a reportable concentration (= 0.1%) of any ingredient
listed as carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, OSHA or 67/548/EEC Annex I.
Other Effects None identified.
Conditions Aggravated
by Exposure
Individuals with eye, respiratory and skin disorders may find these conditions
aggravated by exposure to this product.
Section 12 Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity No information available.
Biodegradability No information available.
Mobility No information available.
Section 13 Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Dispose of waste product, unused product and contaminated packaging in compliance
with federal, state and local regulations. If unsure of the applicable requirements,
contact the authorities for information.
Section 14 Transport Information
Transportation of this product is not regulated under ICAO, IMDG, US DOT, European ADR or Canadian TDG.
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Section 15 Regulatory Information
US Federal and State Regulations
SARA 313 Ethylene Oxide is subject to reporting requirements of Section 313, Title III of SARA.
CERCLA RG’s,
40 CFR 302.4
Ethylene Oxide is listed.
California Proposition 65 Ethylene Oxide has been identified by the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. The State of California has adopted a regulation which requires a
warning be given to individuals who may be exposed to chemicals identified by the State
to cause cancer or reproductive harm. Accordingly, Beckman Coulter advises you of the
following warning:
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm.
Massachusetts MSL Ethylene Oxide is listed.
New Jersey Dept. of
Health RTK List
Ethylene Oxide is listed.
Pennsylvania RTK Ethylene Oxide is listed.
EU Labeling Classification
Classification Risk and Safety Phrases
Xn
Harmful
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage is swallowed.
S23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by
the manufacturer).
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Canada
WHMIS Classification: D2B—Poisonous and Infectious Material: Division 2—Other Toxic Effects: Toxic (Skin
Irritation)
D2B—Poisonous and Infectious Material: Division 2—Other Toxic Effects: Toxic (Eye
Irritation)
PIN: Not applicable
Ingredients on Ingredient
Disclosure List:
Ethylene Oxide
Ingredients with unknown
toxicological properties:
None
Section 16 Other Information
For further information, please contact your local Beckman Coulter representative.
WHILE BECKMAN COULTER, INC. BELIEVES THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS VALID AND ACCURATE, BECKMAN COULTER MAKES NO WARRANTY OR
REPRESENTATION AS TO ITS VALIDITY, ACCURACY, OR CURRENCY. BECKMAN COULTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE OR OTHERWISE RESPONSIBLE IN ANYWAY FOR USE
OF EITHER THIS INFORMATION OR MATERIALS TO WHICH IT APPLIES. DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MAY BE SUBJECT TO LOCAL LAWS OR REGULATIONS.
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