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MSDS Safety Information 
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NAME: SOLUTION c

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 OF 2
Section I: IDENTIFICATION
Date Prepared: 04/16/03
Product Name: Solution C, Eosin Reagent Item Number(s): 5342, 5346
(for use on the Wescor Aerosprayer®) Emergency Phone: 800-441-0366
Section II: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Component(s): CAS Number OHSA PEL, ACGIH TLV/STEL NFPA
Sodium Azide Trace 26628-22-8 0.29TWA Health 1
Flammability 0
Reactivity 0
Section III: PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: 100°F Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): ~1
Vapor Pressure mm Hg/20°C: NE Percent Volatile by Vol: NA
Vapor Density (Air 1:1): NE Evaporation Rate (ether = 1): >1
Solubility in H2O: Complete Appearance & Odor: Orange Liquid/Odorless
Section IV: FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flash Point: Non-Flammable Flammable Limits: LEL: NA UEL: NA
Extinguishing Media: Water Spray, Dry Chemical, CO2 and Foam for Alcohol
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear protective clothing with NIOSH approved breathing apparatus.
Products of combustion may be harmful in a fire situation. Do not use direct water stream.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: May give-off toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section V: REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable Material to Avoid: Some metallic oxides/metals (lead)-(not in the concentration present)
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Oxides of carbon, nitrogen
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur Conditions to Avoid: Normal Laboratory Care
Section VI: HEALTH HAZARDS
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, Skin and Ingestion
Acute/Chronic: Product is not expected to cause health hazards when utilizing good laboratory practices and
the concentration present in the product. Eye and skin irritant. Poisonous if swallowed.
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a human carcinogen.
Signs/Symptoms of Exposure: Vision blurring, drowsiness and headache.
Astral Diagnostics, Inc
1224 Forest Parkway, Suite 200, West Deptford, NJ 08066
856-224-0900
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Hematoloty Soln C, Eosin Reagent, 2 OF 2
Section VI: HEALTH HAZARDS
Emergency First Aid:
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and change. Wash affected skin area with soap and water.
Eyes: Thoroughly flush eyes with water. Contact a physician if irritation persist.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, provided person is conscious and contact a physician.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration and contact physician.
Section VII: SAFE HANDLING
Chemical Release or Spill: Isolate the spill area with sand, or other absorbent material. Place all contaminated
material in close container for disposal.
Waste Disposal Method: All liquid and or contaminated material should be disposed of in DOT approved waste
containers. Comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations for disposal.
Precautions for Handling and Storing: Normal Laboratory Care
Section VIII: CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection: Not normally required.
Ventilation: Mechanical exhaust is sufficient
Protective Gloves: Chemical resistant Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Normal laboratory apparel suggested by Good Laboratory Practices
Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all- inclusive and shall be used only as
a guide. Astraldiagnostics shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with this
product.
Astral Diagnostics, Inc
1224 Forest Parkway, Suite 200, West Deptford, NJ 08066
856-224-0900