Material Safety Data Sheet **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION **** MSDS Name: PBS 10X Solution Catalog Numbers: BP399-1, BP399-500, BP3991, BP3994, BP399500 Synonyms: None. Company Identification: Fisher Scientific 1 Reagent Lane Fairlawn, NJ 07410 For information, call: 201-796-7100 Emergency Number: 201-796-7100 For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300 For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887 **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ | CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 7447-40-7 |Potassium chloride | <1.0 | 231-211-8 | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 7558-79-4 |Sodium phosphate dibasic | ~1.4 | 231-448-7 | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 7647-14-5 |Sodium chloride | 8.0 | 231-598-3 | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 7732-18-5 |Water | Balance | 231-791-2 | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 7778-77-0 |Potassium phosphate monobasic | <1.0 | 231-913-4 | +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Not available. Potential Health Effects Eye: May cause eye irritation. Skin: May cause skin irritation. Ingestion: Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. May cause gastric disturbances and electrolytic imbalance. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Chronic: No information found. **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. Skin: Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Notes to Physician: **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation. **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** Physical State: Liquid Appearance: Not available. Odor: Not available. pH: Not available. Vapor Pressure: Not available. Vapor Density: Not available. Evaporation Rate: Not available. Viscosity: Not available. Boiling Point: Not available. Freezing/Melting Point: Not available. Autoignition Temperature: Not available. Flash Point: Not available. Explosion Limits, lower: Not available. Explosion Limits, upper: Not available. Decomposition Temperature: Solubility: Specific Gravity/Density: Molecular Formula: Molecular Weight: **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** Chemical Stability: Stable. Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Potassium chloride is incompatible with potassium permanganate. Sodium chloride is incompatible with dichloromaleic anhydride + urea, lithium, and nitrogen compounds. Potassium phosphate dibasic and monobasic may react violently with strong acids. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of sulfur. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** RTECS#: CAS# 7447-40-7: TS8050000 CAS# 7558-79-4: WC4500000 CAS# 7647-14-5: VZ4725000 CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 CAS# 7778-77-0: TC6615500 LD50/LC50: CAS# 7447-40-7: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2600 mg/kg. CAS# 7558-79-4: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, rat: LD50 = 17 gm/kg. CAS# 7647-14-5: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg Mild; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = >42 gm/m3/1H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 4 gm/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 3 gm/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >10 gm/kg. CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg. CAS# 7778-77-0: Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >4640 mg/kg. Carcinogenicity: Potassium chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Sodium phosphate dibasic - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Sodium chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Potassium phosphate monobasic - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Epidemiology: No information available. Teratogenicity: No information available. Reproductive Effects: No information available. Neurotoxicity: No information available. Mutagenicity: No information available. Other Studies: No data available. **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** Other No information available. **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** US DOT No information available Canadian TDG Shipping Name: 2,4-TOLUENEDIAMINE Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Number: UN1709 **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** US FEDERAL TSCA CAS# 7447-40-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory. CAS# 7558-79-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory. CAS# 7647-14-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory. CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory. CAS# 7778-77-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors. Clean Water Act: CAS# 7558-79-4 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA. OSHA: None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA. STATE Potassium chloride is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ. Sodium phosphate dibasic can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts. Sodium chloride is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ. Water is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ. Potassium phosphate monobasic is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ. California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. European/International Regulations European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives Hazard Symbols: Not available. Risk Phrases: Safety Phrases: S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing. WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 7447-40-7: 1 CAS# 7558-79-4: 1 CAS# 7647-14-5: 0 CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available. CAS# 7778-77-0: 1 United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits Canada CAS# 7447-40-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7558-79-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7647-14-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7778-77-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7447-40-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. CAS# 7558-79-4 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. CAS# 7647-14-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. CAS# 7778-77-0 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. Exposure Limits **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** MSDS Creation Date: 7/16/1999 Revision #1 Date: 8/02/2000 The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------