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GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder
Synonyms
Absorbable gelatin powder from absorbable gelatin sponge, USP

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Medical device

Manufacturers & Suppliers

P

Pfizer Inc

manufacturer

235 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017

1-800-879-3477

P

Pfizer Ltd

manufacturer

Ramsgate Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9NJ, United Kingdom

+00 44 (0)1304 616161

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

24 hours

International CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified
Physical Hazard: Combustible Dust
Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

Hazard Statements

EUH208 May form combustible dust concentrations in air

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Water for injection EC: 231-791-2 7732-18-5 --- No
Gelatin EC: 232-554-6 9000-70-8 --- No

* Proprietary

Notes

Ingredient(s) indicated as hazardous have been assessed under standards for workplace safety.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Due to the nature of this material first aid is not normally required. If discomfort occurs, get medical attention.

Skin contact

Wash skin with soap and water. If irritation occurs or persists, get medical attention.

Eye contact

Flush eye(s) immediately with plenty of water. If irritation occurs or persists, get medical attention.

Ingestion

Consult a physician if necessary

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

General room ventilation is adequate unless the process generates dust, mist or fumes. Refer to applicable national standards and regulations in the selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Hands

Wear impervious gloves.

Eyes

Not required under normal conditions of use. Wear protective clothing when working with large quantities.

Respiratory

Under normal conditions of use, respiratory protection is not expected to be necessary. Whenever air contamination (mist, vapor or odor) is generated, respiratory protection is recommended as a precaution to minimize exposure.

Skin/Body

Not required under normal conditions of use. Wear protective clothing when working with large quantities.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
No data available.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
No data available.
Odor Threshold
No data available.
Ph
No data available.
Melting Point
No data available
Boiling Point
No data available.
Flash Point
No data available
Freezing Point
No data available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available.
Solubility
No data available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
No data available
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
No data available.
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder known by?

GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder is also known as: Absorbable gelatin powder from absorbable gelatin sponge, USP

What is the hazard signal word for GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder?

GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder is a solid with no data available. color. It has no data available. odor.

What is the solubility of GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder?

No data available

What is GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder used for?

Medical device

What are the hazard statements for GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • EUH208: May form combustible dust concentrations in air

What is the melting point of GELFOAM(R) Sterile Powder?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is No data available..