SAFETY DATA SHEET
Glutaraldehyde 2.0% solution in 0.1M phosphate buffer, pH7.4
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Glutaraldehyde 2.0% solution in 0.1M phosphate buffer, pH7.4
Other Names:
Not available
Product Number(s):
16536-05, 16536-10, 16536-SP, C16536-05
CAS Number:
-
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use
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
Mixture
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
GHS08 Health hazard
Resp. Sens. 1
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
GHS05 Corrosion
Eye Dam. 1
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2
H315 Causes skin irritation.
Skin Sens. 1
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Resp. Sens. 1
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
GHS05 Corrosion
Eye Dam. 1
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2
H315 Causes skin irritation.
Skin Sens. 1
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Precautionary Statement(s)
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280: Wear eye protection/face protection.
P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water
P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/... if you feel unwell.
P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P361: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P333+P313: IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337+P313: IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P342+P311: IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280: Wear eye protection/face protection.
P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water
P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/... if you feel unwell.
P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P361: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P333+P313: IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337+P313: IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P342+P311: IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations
Primary route(s) of entry
Human Health
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation.
Ingestion:
Not available
Eyes:
Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.
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
Glutaraldehyde
111-30-8
≤ 2,5%
Not Available
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult a doctor
Inhalation
Supply fresh air and be sure to call for a doctor. 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. Then consult a doctor.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO, 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
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system. Dilute with plenty of water. Do not allow to enter sewer/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
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Glutaraldehyde
0.05ppm
0.2mg/m3
0.2ppm
0.8mg/m3
Engineering controls
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles
Skin protection
Protective gloves
Body protection
Not available.
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.
respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Fluid
Odour
Characteristic
pH
7.4
Vapour Pressure
23 hPa (17 mm Hg) at 20 °C (68 °F)
Density
Not determined
Boiling Point
100 °C (212 °F)
Melting Point
Not determined
Solubility
Fully miscible
Specific Gravity of Density
Not determined
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not flammable
Ignition Temperature
Product is not self-igniting
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 134mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 2560 mg/kg (rabbit)
Dermal LD50 2560 mg/kg (rabbit)
Eye contact
Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury.
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. Sensitization possible through skin contact.
Ingestion
Not determined.
Inhalation
Sensitization possible through inhalation.
Toxicity and irritation
Harmful and irritant
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Toxic for fish. Harmful to fish.
Persistence and degradability
No further information available
Bioaccumulative potential
No further information available.
Other adverse effects
Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Harmful to aquatic organisms
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Harmful to aquatic organisms
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. Cleans with water, if necessary with cleansing agents.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
UN Number
Not applicable
Proper shipping name
Not applicable
Transport hazard class
Not applicable
Packing group
Not applicable
Environmental hazard
Not applicable
Special precautions for users
Not applicable
Additional information
Not applicable
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
Not applicable
Other Information
Not applicable
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
23 August 2022
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 contractal 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.