RNAlaterTM 
Material Safety Date Sheet 
Cat.# 7020 - 7021 
This solution contains proprietary ingredients. As yet, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties of this product 
has not been thoroughly investigated.  This product contains various salts and this MSDS is written to apply to general 
reagents. 
PHYSICAL DATA 
Appearance and Odor 
Boiling Point  N/A 
Solubility in H2O 
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA 
Flash Point 
Flammable Limits in Air(% by Volume) 
Extinguishing Media 
Special Fire Fighting 
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards 
HEALTH HAZARD DATA 
Effects of Overexposure 
Emergency First Aid Procedures 
REACTIVITY DATA 
Stability 
Incompatibility 
Hazardous Decomposition Products 
Hazardous Polymerization 
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES 
If released or spilled 
Waste Disposal Method 
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION 
Respiratory Protection 
Ventilation 
Precautionary Labeling 
Handling and Storage Considerations  
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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Clear liquid slightly viscous 
Soluble 
N/A 
N/A 
Water, CO2, Foam, Dry Chemical (Use any means suitable for 
extinguishing surrounding fire) 
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. 
Irritating and/or toxic fumes may be generated by thermal decomposition 
or combustion. 
Acute overexposure may cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory 
tract. 
Flush affected area with copious amounts of water.  Irrigate eyes and skin 
for at least 15 minutes.  Contact physician if have irritation occurring due to 
salt content 
Stable 
N/A 
N/A 
N/A 
Ventilate area. Absorb spill with inert material.  Place in container with a 
lid.  Wash spill area when cleanup is complete. 
Dispose according to federal, local and state regulations. 
Not expected to require personal respirator usage.  (Use NIOSH approved 
respirator if necessary) 
Not expected to require any special ventilation. 
None 
Laboratory aprons and gloves. Do not store in aluminum or copper 
containers.  Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place. 
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