FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION Molecular Biology |
| Synonyms : Formalin |
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking |
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1.1 Product identifier |
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| Chemical Name : | FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION(For Molecular Biology) | ||
| Catalogue No. : | AL2222 | Product form : | Mixture |
| CAS Number : | 50-00-0 | EC Number : | |
| Grade : | EC Index Number : | ||
| Chemical Formula : | HSN Code : | 29121100 | |
| Synonyms : | Formalin | ||
| Chemical Structure : |
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against |
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| Use of the substance/mixture : | Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances | ||
| Uses advised against : | No additional information available | ||
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet |
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| Company identification : | Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India. |
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1.4 Emergency Contact Details |
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| Phone / e-Mail : | Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in |
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SECTION 2: Hazards identification |
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2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture |
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| Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
| Not classified | |
| Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC | |
| Carc.Cat.3; R40 T; R23/24/25 T; R39/23/24/25 C; R34 R43 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16 |
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| Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects | |
| No additional information available | |
2.2 Label elements |
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| Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
| No labelling applicable | |
2.3 Other hazards |
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| Other hazards : | No additional information available |
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients |
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3.1. Substance |
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| CAS No. : | 50-00-0 | |||
3.2. Mixture |
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| Name | Product identifier | % | Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC | Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] |
| Water | (CAS-No.) 7732-18- 5 (EC-No.) 231-791-2 | 62 - 65 | Not classified | Not classified |
| Formaldehyde | (CAS-No.) 50-00-0 (EC-No.) 200-001-8 (EC Index-No.) 605- 001-00-5 | 36.5 - 38 | Carc.Cat.3; R40 T; R23/24/25 C; R34 Xi; R37 R43 | Acute Tox. 2 (Dermal), H310 Acute Tox. 3 (Inhalation), H331 Acute Tox. 3 (Oral), H301 Skin Corr. 1B, H314 Eye Dam. 1, H318 Carc. 2, H351 STOT SE 3, H335 Skin Sens. 1, H317 |
| Full text of R- and H-statements: see section 16 | ||||
SECTION 4: First aid measures |
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4.1 Description of first aid measures |
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| First-aid measures after inhalation : | Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. |
| First-aid measures after skin contact : | Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. |
| First-aid measures after eye contact : | Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. |
| First-aid measures after ingestion : | Rinse mouth out with water. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice. |
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
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| Symptoms relating to use : | Symptoms/effects : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes damage to organs. Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May cause an allergic skin reaction. Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Toxic in contact with skin. Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Toxic if swallowed. |
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed |
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| General information : | Treat symptomatically. |
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures |
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5.1 Extinguishing media |
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| Suitable extinguishing media : | dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2). |
| Unsuitable extinguishing media : | Do not use a heavy water stream. |
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture |
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| Special procedures : | No additional information available |
5.3 Advice for firefighters |
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| Protection during firefighting : | Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. |
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures |
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures |
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6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel |
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| Emergency procedures : | Evacuate unnecessary personnel. |
6.1.2. For emergency responders |
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| Protective equipment | Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray |
| Emergency procedures | Stop release. |
6.2 Environmental precautions |
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| Avoid release to the environment. | |
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up |
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| Methods for cleaning up : | Collect spillage. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. |
6.4 Reference to other sections |
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| Reference : | No additional information available |
SECTION 7: Handling and storage |
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7.1 Precautions for safe handling |
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| Precautions for safe handling : | Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. |
| Hygiene measures : | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. |
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities |
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| Technical measures : | Comply with applicable regulations. |
| Storage conditions : | Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
7.3 Specific end use(s) |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection |
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8.1 Control parameters |
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| No additional information available | |
8.2 Exposure controls |
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| Hand protection : | protective gloves |
| Eye protection : | Chemical goggles or face shield |
| Skin and body protection : | Wear suitable protective clothing |
| Respiratory protection : | Wear appropriate mask |
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties |
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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
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| Physical state : | Liquid Colour |
| Colour : | Clear Colorles. |
| Odour : | Pungent. |
| Odour threshold : | No data available |
| pH value : | 2.8 |
| Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : | No data available |
| Melting point : | -150 °C |
| Freezing point : | No data available |
| Boiling point : | 96 °C |
| Flash point : | 64 °C |
| Auto-ignition temperature : | 300 °C |
| Decomposition temperature : | No data available |
| Flammability (solid, gas) : | No data available |
| Vapour pressure : | 1.3 mm Hg at 20°C |
| Relative vapour density at 20°C : | 1.04 |
| Density : | 1.08 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Water: Infinitely soluble |
| Log Pow : | No data available |
| Viscosity, kinematic : | No data available |
| Viscosity, dynamic : | No data available |
| Explosive properties : | No data available |
| Oxidising properties : | No data available |
| Explosive limits : | 0.07 - 0.73 vol % |
9.2 Other information |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity |
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10.1 Reactivity |
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| Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours. | |
10.2 Chemical stability |
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| No additional information available | |
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions |
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| No additional information available | |
10.4 Conditions to avoid |
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| No additional information available | |
10.5 Incompatible materials |
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| No additional information available | |
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products |
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| Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours. |
SECTION 11: Toxicological information |
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11.1 Information on toxicological effects |
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| Acute toxicity : | Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritation : Not classified pH: 2.8 Corrosivity : Causes burns. pH: 2.8 Sensitisation : May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Repeated dose toxicity : Not classified Carcinogenicity : Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Mutagenicity : Not classified Toxicity for reproduction : Not classified Potential advers |
| Skin corrosion/irritation : | |
| Serious eye damage/irritation : | |
| Respiratory or skin sensitisation : | |
| Germ cell mutagenicity : | |
| Carcinogenicity : | |
| Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : | Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. |
SECTION 12: Ecological information |
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12.1 Toxicity |
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| Toxicity information : | No additional information available |
12.2 Persistence - degradability |
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| Persistence - degradability : | No additional information available |
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential |
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| Bioaccumulative potential : | No additional information available |
12.4 Mobility in soil |
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| Mobility in soil : | No additional information available |
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
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| No additional information available | |
12.6 Other adverse effects |
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| Environmental precautions : | No additional information available |
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations |
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13.1 Waste treatment methods |
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| Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : | Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation. |
| Ecology - waste materials : | Hazardous waste due to toxicity. |
SECTION 14: Transport information |
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| In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN | |
14.1. UN number |
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| UN-No. (ADR) : | 2209 |
| UN-No. (IMDG) : | 2209 |
| UN-No. (IATA) : | 2209 |
| UN-No. (ADN) : | 2209 |
| UN-No. (RID) : | 2209 |
14.2. UN proper shipping name |
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| Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : | FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION |
| Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : | FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION |
| Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : | FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION |
| Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : | FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION |
| Proper Shipping Name (RID) : | FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION |
| Transport document description (ADR) : | UN 2209, FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, 8, III |
| Transport document description (IMDG) : | UN 2209, FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, 8, III |
| Transport document description (IATA) : | UN 2209, FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, 8, III |
| Transport document description (ADN) : | UN 2209, FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, 8, III |
| Transport document description (RID) : | UN 2209, FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, 8, III |
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) |
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| ADR | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 8 |
| Danger labels : | 8 
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| IMDG | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 8 |
| Danger labels : | 8
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| IATA | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 8 |
| Danger labels : | 8
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| ADN | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 8 |
| Danger labels : | 8
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| RID | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 8 |
| Danger labels : | 8
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14.4. Packing group |
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| Packing group (ADR) : | III |
| Packing group (IMDG) : | III |
| Packing group (IATA) : | III |
| Packing group (ADN) : | III |
| Packing group (RID) : | III |
14.5. Environmental hazards |
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| Dangerous for the environment : | No |
| Marine pollutant : | No |
| Other information : | No supplementary information available |
14.6. Special precautions for user |
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| - Overland transport | |
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Classification code (ADR) : C9 Special provisions (ADR) : 533 Limited quantities (ADR) : 5l Excepted quantities (ADR) : E1 Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, IBC03, LP01, R001 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP19 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (ADR) : T4 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (ADR) : TP1 Tank code (ADR) : L4BN Vehicle for tank carriage : AT Transport category (ADR) : 3 Special provisions for carriage - Packages (ADR) : V12 Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 80 Orange plates : Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : E EAC code : •2X |
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| - Transport by sea | |
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Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001, LP01 IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC03 Tank instructions (IMDG) : T4 Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP1 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-B Stowage category (IMDG) : A Properties and observations (IMDG) : Colourless, clear liquid, with a suffocating pungent odour. Usually stabilized with methyl alcohol. Miscible with water. Causes burns to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. MFAG-No : 132 |
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PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E1 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y841 PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : 1L PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 852 PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5L CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 856 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 60L Special provisions (IATA) : A803 ERG code (IATA) : 8i |
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| - Inland waterway transport | |
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Classification code (ADN) : C9 Special provisions (ADN) : 533 Limited quantities (ADN) : 5 L Excepted quantities (ADN) : E1 Carriage permitted (ADN) : T Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EP Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 0 |
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| - Rail transport | |
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Classification code (RID) : C9 Special provisions (RID) : 533 Excepted quantities (RID) : E1 Packing instructions (RID) : P001, IBC03, LP01, R001 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP19 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (RID) : T4 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (RID) : TP1 Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : L4BN Transport category (RID) : 3 Special provisions for carriage – Packages (RID) : W12 Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE8 Hazard identification number (RID) : 80 |
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14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code |
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| Not applicable | |
SECTION 15: Regulatory information |
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15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture |
| 15.1.1 EU-Regulations : |
| Contains no REACH substances with Annex XVII restrictions Contains no substance on the REACH candidate list Contains no REACH Annex XIV substances |
| 15.1.2. National regulations |
| Germany |
| Reference to AwSV : Water hazard class (WGK) 3, severe hazard to water (Classification according to AwSV, Annex 1) 12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance) |
| Netherlands |
| SZW-lijst van kankerverwekkende stoffen : Formaldehyde is listed SZW-lijst van mutagene stoffen : None of the components are listed NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de voortplanting giftige stoffen- Borstvoeding : None of the components are listed NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de voortplanting giftige stoffen- Vruchtbaarheid : None of the components are listed NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de voortplanting giftige stoffen- Ontwikkeling : None of the components are listed |
| Denmark |
| Class for fire hazard : Class III-1 Store unit : 50 liter Classification remarks : Flammable according to the Danish Ministry of Justice; Emergency management guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct contact with the product The requirements from the Danish Working Environment Authorities regarding work with carcinogens must be followed during use and disposal |
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment |
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SECTION 16: Other Information |
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