======================================================= MSDS Safety Information ======================================================= NAME:CD-10 (ANTIBODY) ======================================================= Material Safety Datasheet for Sodium Azide (NaAz) Identification of the substance / preparation and of the company / undertaking Product name Sodium azide Preparation Lyophilised or reconstituted with water / buffer at a concentration of no greater than 15mM. Supplier identification Abcam plc 330 Cambridge Science Park Cambridge CB4 0FL UK Tel: +44 (0)1223 696000 Fax: +44 (0)1223 696001 Abcam Inc 1 Kendall Square, Ste 341 Cambridge, MA 02139-1517 USA Tel: (617) 225-2272 or 888-77-ABCAM (22226) (US toll free) Fax: (866) 739-9884 or (866) 457-9616 (both US toll free) Composition / information on ingredients Chemical characterisation Inorganic salt 15mM solution (lyophilised) Chemical name Sodium azide CAS number 26628-22-8 EEC-No 247-852-1 Hazards identification Very toxic if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. First aid measures Eye contact Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes. Seek medical advice. Skin contact Wash skin thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. In severe cases, obtain medical attention. Inhalation Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In severe cases, seek medical advice. Ingestion Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink. Seek medical advice. Fire fighting measures Special risks May explode if heated. May evolve toxic fumes in fire. Suitable extinguishing media Not applicable. Accidental release measures Wear appropriate protective clothing. Inform others to keep a safe distance. Spread soda ash liberally over spillage. If local regulations permit, mop up cautiously with plenty of water and run to waste, diluting greatly with running water. Otherwise transfer to container and arrange removal by disposal company. Wash site of spillage thoroughly with water. Handling and storage Handling Avoid prolonged contact with copper or lead, especially in drainage systems or mercury and other heavy metals which may result in the formation of explosive azides. Under no circumstances eat, drink or smoke while handling this material. Wash hands thoroughly after working with this material. Contaminated clothing should be removed and washed before re-use. Storage Store at 4°C Keep container closed and protected from direct sunlight and moisture. Store away from combustible materials. Exposure controls / personal protection As appropriate to quantity handled. Respirator Dust respirator. Ventilation Extraction hood. Gloves Rubber or plastic. Eye protection Goggles or face shield. Other precautions Plastic apron, sleeves, boots - if handling large quantities. Physical and chemical properties Form Solid Colour Pink/White Odour Odourless Melting point No data available. Boiling temperature No data available. Density No data available. Vapour pressure No data available. Solubility in water Very soluble. Flash point Explosion limits No data available. Ignition temperature No data available. Stability and reactivity Stable unless heated. Slow reaction at ambient temperature unless water contains dissolved carbon dioxide. Decomposes violently with bromine or chromyl chloride. Contact with acids liberates highly toxic gas: forms readily detonatable salts with many metals, particularly heavy metals. Toxicological information After ingestion, irritation of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract. Danger of skin absorption. Systemic effect Cardiovascular disorders, NS disorders, diarrhoea, tiredness. Toxic effects Kidneys Further data LD50 27 mg/kg oral, rat. No evidence of carcinogenic properties. Evidence of mutagenic effects. Ecological information The following applies to azides in general azides are toxic for aquatic organisms. Biological effects Fish L. macrochirus toxic from 1.5ppm upwards in 24h. Approximate acute toxicity for lower organisms 5mg/l; Approximate toxicity for cold blooded animals 1mg/l (values stated for sodium azide). Disposal considerations Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and as such covered by regulations which vary according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a chemical disposal company. Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before disposal. Transportation information UN-No. 1687 ADR/RID 6.1,42'(b) IMO 6.1/1687 IMDG class 6.1 IATA 1687 Packaging group II Correct technical name Sodium Azide Regulatory information Labelling according to EEC directives Symbol T+ Very toxic. R-phrases R28-32 Very toxic if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. S-phrases S28-45 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible) EEC-No. 247-852-1 UK exposure limits: OES, Short term, mg/m3: 0.3 - Sodium azide (as NaN3) Other information The information contained in this Material Safety Datasheet is believed to be accurate but it is the responsibility of the user or supplier to determine the applicability of these data to the formulation of necessary safety precautions. Abcam shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of the above product or the information contained in this material safety datasheet. ©1998-2009 Abcam plc. All rights reserved. Terms and Conditions · Legal · Privacy Policy · Investor Relations · Contact Us · Blog