SAFETY DATA SHEET
Paraformaldehyde 10% Solution, EM Grade
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Paraformaldehyde 10% Solution, EM Grade
Other Names:
No further information available
Product Number(s):
15712, 15712-1L, 15712-S, 15712-SP, 15712-SPEDISHA, EMS15712, EMS15712-S
CAS Number:
No further information available
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory chemicals
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS08 Health Hazard
Sensitization - Respiratory 1
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
GHS07
Skin Irritation 2
H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Irritation 2A
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Flammable Liquids 4
H227 Combustible liquid.
Sensitization - Respiratory 1
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
GHS07
Skin Irritation 2
H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Irritation 2A
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Flammable Liquids 4
H227 Combustible liquid.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Combustible liquid, Causes skin irritation, Causes serious eye irritation, May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Keep away from flames and hot surfaces - No smoking.
Primary route(s) of entry
No information available
Human Health
Inhalation:
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms call a poison centre/doctor.
Ingestion:
No information available
Eyes:
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.
Skin:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. If skin irritation occurs get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Environment
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Paraformaldehyde
Not Available
>2.5-≤10%
Not Available
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult a doctor.
Inhalation
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Not required
Environmental precautions
Dilute with plenty of water. Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13. Ensure adequate ventilation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Prevent formation of aerosols.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the workplace.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Wear tightly sealed goggles.
Skin protection
Wear protective gloves. The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture. Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation.
Body protection
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Clear liquid
Odour
Characteristic
pH
2.8 at 20 °C (68 °F)
Vapour Pressure
23 hPa (17.3 mm Hg) at 20 °C (68 °F)
Density
1.04 g/cm³ (8.6788 lbs/gal) at 20 °C (68 °F)
Boiling Point
>93 °C (>199.4 °F)
Melting Point
Undetermined
Solubility
Fully miscible
Specific Gravity of Density
Flash Point
62 °C (143.6 °F)
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Lower: 7 Vol %
Upper: 73 Vol %
Upper: 73 Vol %
Ignition Temperature
300 °C (572 °F)
Formula
Not available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
Oral - LD50 - 800 mg/kg (Rat)
Dermal - LD50 - 10,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalative - LC50/4 h - 1,070 mg/l (Rat)
Dermal - LD50 - 10,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalative - LC50/4 h - 1,070 mg/l (Rat)
Eye contact
Irritating effect
Skin contact
Irritation to skin and mucous membranes.
Ingestion
Not available
Inhalation
Sensitization possible through inhalation.
Toxicity and irritation
Harmful
Irritant
Irritant
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
Water hazard class 1 (Self -assessment): Slightly hazardous for water. Do not allow undilute product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system. Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
UN Number
UN3334
Proper shipping name
Aviation regulated liquid, n.o.s
Transport hazard class
9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Packing group
Void
Environmental hazard
Not applicable
Special precautions for users
Not applicable
Additional information
Not applicable
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) : All components have the value ACTIVE.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
16 January 2023
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.