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MSDS Safety Information 
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NAME: ACETATE DISSOLVED

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Manufacturers of Instruments for
pH, Redox, Specific Ions,
Conductivity, Salinity,
Dissolved Oxygen,
Humidity, Temperature,
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Mg(O2AC)2 Solutions Page 1 of 3
TPS Pty Ltd
A.B.N. No 30 009 773 371
4 Jamberoo Street
Springwood, Brisbane,
AUSTRALIA, 4127
Phone Australia (07) 32 900 400
International 61 7 32 900 400
Email tps@tps.com.au
Fax Australia (07) 3808 4871
International 61 7 3808 4871
Web www.tps.com.au
Manufacturer : Australian Chemical Reagents Date : Sep 2009
A Division of Roache Analysts Pty Ltd
ACN No 010 524991
Address : 19 Kensal St Moorooka Qld 4105
Phone : (07) 38484828
Fax : (07) 38925936
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Not Classified as Hazardous According to Criteria of Worksafe Australia
IDENTIFICATION
Solutions made from Magnesium Acetate dissolved in water.
Part No Product Code Description & Volume
121824 GISA2 Ionic Strength Adjustor 2 (1.5M Mg(CH3COO)2), 200mL
121826 GISA2L Ionic Strength Adjustor 2 (1.5M Mg(CH3COO)2), 1 Litre
UN Number : None Allocated Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated
Other Names : Nil Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated
Manufacturers Code : GCISA2 Hazchem Code : None Allocated
Poisons Schedule : Not Scheduled
Uses : Buffer for use with Potassium, Sodium, and Ammonium Ion Selective Electrodes
Physical Description / Properties :
Appearance : Clear liquid
Boiling Point (0C) : 100 (approx)
Vapour Pressure (mm of Hg @ 250C) : 25 (approx)
Specific Gravity : 1
Flash Point (0C) : Not flammable
Flammability Limits (%) : Not flammable
Solubility in Water (g/L) : Completely miscible
Other Properties :
Ingredients :
Chemical Entity CAS No Proportion
Magnesium Acetate [ 16674-78-5 ] 32%
Water [ 7732-18-5 ] to 100%
Manufacturers of Instruments for
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Conductivity, Salinity,
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TPS Pty Ltd
A.B.N. No 30 009 773 371
4 Jamberoo Street
Springwood, Brisbane,
AUSTRALIA, 4127
Phone Australia (07) 32 900 400
International 61 7 32 900 400
Email tps@tps.com.au
Fax Australia (07) 3808 4871
International 61 7 3808 4871
Web www.tps.com.au
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects :
Swallowed : Consumption of large quantities may cause irritation of the gastric system.
Eye : May be irritating to eye tissue.
Skin : May irritate skin tissue with prolonged contact.
Inhaled : Not considered a hazard with normal laboratory use.
Chronic Effects : No data available.
First Aid :
Swallowed : If conscious wash out mouth with water. Seek medical advice. Show this MSDS to medical
practitioner.
Eye : Immediately hold eyelids open and flood with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical
aid. Show this MSDS to medical practitioner.
Skin : Remove contaminated clothing. Immediately wash skin thoroughly with water and mild soap.
Seek medical advice if irritation persists. Show this MSDS to medical practitioner.
Launder clothing before reuse.
Inhaled : Remove from contaminated air. Maintain breathing with artificial respiration if necessary.
Seek medical assistance. Show this MSDS to a doctor.
Advice to Doctor :
Treat symptomatically
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Limits : Worksafe - None Established
Engineering Controls : Not usually required with normal use.
Personal Protection : Wear protective clothing including safety glasses and rubber or PVC gloves.
Flammability : Not flammable.
Manufacturers of Instruments for
pH, Redox, Specific Ions,
Conductivity, Salinity,
Dissolved Oxygen,
Humidity, Temperature,
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Mg(O2AC)2 Solutions Page 3 of 3
TPS Pty Ltd
A.B.N. No 30 009 773 371
4 Jamberoo Street
Springwood, Brisbane,
AUSTRALIA, 4127
Phone Australia (07) 32 900 400
International 61 7 32 900 400
Email tps@tps.com.au
Fax Australia (07) 3808 4871
International 61 7 3808 4871
Web www.tps.com.au
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage & Transport : Store sealed in original container in a cool well ventilated situation away from foods and other
chemicals. Observe good hygiene and housekeeping practices.
No special transport requirements apply.
Spills & Disposal : Mop up spills and flush to waste if local regulations permit.
Fire/Explosion Hazard : Fire fighters should wear self contained breathing apparatus and impervious clothing if
exposure to fumes is likely. Use water spray, foam or dry chemical to control fire situation if
compatible with other chemical products in the vicinity.
Other :
References :
Lenga, R.E. (Ed.) Safety The Sigma Aldrich Library of Chemical Safety Data Sigma Aldrich Corporation 1985
National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards 1990.
Merck & Co Inc. The Merck Index 11th Ed. Merck & Co 1989.
International Labour Office Encyclopaedia of Occupational Health & Safety Vol 1 & 2 International Labour Office 1983
National Occupational Health & Safety Commission Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment AGPS 1995
National Occupational Health & Safety Commission List of Designated Hazardous Substances [ NOHSC:10005(1994)] AGPS 1994
All information given by the Company is offered in good faith and is believed to the best of our knowledge to be accurate. However this information is
offered without warranty representation inducement or licence and the Company does not assume legal responsibility for reliance upon the same.
Every person dealing with the materials referred to herein does so at his or her own risk absolutely and must make independent determinations of
suitability and completeness of information from all sources to ensure their proper use.