SAFETY DATA SHEET
Glutaraldehyde 8% aqueous solution, EM Grade (DG)
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Glutaraldehyde 8% aqueous solution, EM Grade (DG)
Other Names:
Not available
Product Number(s):
16000, 16010, 16010-1, 16019, 16020, 16021, 16022, EMS16000, EMS16010, EMS16010-1, EMS16019, EMS16020, EMS16021, EMS16022
CAS Number:
111-30-8
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 9444
www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia

(07) 4773 9444
www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS06 Skull and crossbones
Acute Tox. 3 H331 Toxic if inhaled
GHS08 Health hazard
Resp. Sens. 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
GHS05 Corrosion
Skin Corr. 1B H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Eye Dam. 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage.
GHS07
Acute Tox. 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed.
Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Harmful if swallowed.
Toxic if inhaled.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Do not breathe dusts or mists.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a poison center/doctor.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Primary route(s) of entry
Skin & respiratory
Human Health
Inhalation:
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Eyes:
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Skin:
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Environment
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Glutaraldehyde
111-30-8
>2.5-≤10%
Mixtures
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Drink copious amounts of water and provide fresh air. Immediately call a doctor.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air or oxygen; call for 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
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours
after the accident.
Remove breathing apparatus only after contaminated clothing have been completely removed.
In case of irregular breathing or respiratory arrest provide artificial respiration.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
Mouth respiratory protective device.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
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 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).
Use neutralizing agent.
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.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Keep respiratory protective device available
Conditions for safe storage
Keep receptacle tightly sealed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
111-30-8 - Glutaraldehyde
0.05 ppm
0.2 mg/m³
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-
Engineering controls
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Avoid contact with the eyes & skin. Tightly sealed goggles
Skin protection
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Protective gloves Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Body protection
Store protective clothing separately.
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
Colourless liquid
Odour
Fruit-like
pH
Not determined
Vapour Pressure
at 20 °C (68 °F): 23 hPa (17.3 mm Hg)
Density
at 20 °C (68 °F): 1.004 g/cm³ (8.37838 lbs/gal)
Boiling Point
Undetermined.
Melting Point
Undetermined.
Solubility
Fully miscible
Specific Gravity of Density
Undetermined.
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not flammable
Ignition Temperature
Product is not selfigniting.
Formula
Solvent content:
· Water: 92.0 %
· VOC content: 0.00 %
0.0 g/l / 0.00 lb/gal
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available
Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions
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
111-30-8 Glutaraldehyde
Oral LD50 134 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 2,560 mg/kg (rabbit)
Eye contact
Strong caustic effect.
Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury
Skin contact
Sensitization possible through skin contact. Strong caustic effect on skin and mucous membranes.
Ingestion
Swallowing will lead to a strong caustic effect on mouth and throat and to the danger of perforation of esophagus and stomach.
Inhalation
Sensitization possible through inhalation.
Toxicity and irritation
The product shows the following dangers according to internally approved calculation methods for preparations:
Toxic
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Toxic for fish
Harmful to fish
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available
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.
Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available

UN Number
3082
Proper shipping name
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (Glutaraldehyde)
Transport hazard class
CLASS 9
Packing group
PG III
Environmental hazard
Symbol (fish and tree)
Special precautions for users
Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Additional information
EMS Number: F-A,S-F
· Segregation groups Acids
· Stowage Category A

Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000 mL

Limited quantities (LQ) 5L
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000 mL
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
111-30-8 Glutaraldehyde A4 S2, S5, S6
Other Information
Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
9 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.

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