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Paraplast, Regular

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Paraplast, Regular
Product Code
39601006, 39602012

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Tissue embedding medium

Manufacturers & Suppliers

L

Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc.

manufacturer

5205 Route 12, P.O. Box 528, Richmond, IL 60071

(815) 678-2000

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 225-3035

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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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
Paraffin EC: 232-315-6 8002-74-2 75% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If there is difficulty in breathing, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

Symptoms: difficulty in breathing

Skin contact

If skin irritation develops, or other symptoms occur, discontinue use. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Contaminated clothing should be washed or dry-cleaned before re-use.

Symptoms: skin irritation

Eye contact

Immediately flood the eye with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eye open.

Symptoms: soreness or redness

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Have victim drink 1-3 glasses of water to dilute stomach contents. Never administer anything by mouth if a victim is losing consciousness, is unconscious or is convulsing. Obtain medical attention immediately.

Immediate Medical Attention

Obtain medical attention immediately.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Not Flammable. Select extinguishing agent appropriate to other materials involved.

Specific hazards

This product may give rise to hazardous fumes in a fire.

Firefighter Protection

Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

If wax is hot, let cool before initiating clean up.

Cleanup methods

carefully scooping into a pan, paper towel or other absorbent material. To clean-up spills of cooled wax, use non-sparking tools to scrape the wax into suitable containers for disposal.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly closed when not in use.

Storage

cool, dry, well ventilated, away from incompatible materials.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

No specific measures necessary. Good general room ventilation is expected to be adequate to control airborne levels. Heating of this product may generate vapors or fumes, therefore, local exhaust ventilation is recommended to keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits.

Hands

Chemical resistant gloves.

Eyes

Chemical goggles or safety glasses with side shields.

Respiratory

Respiratory protection if there is risk of breathing mists of vapors from heated material. The specific respirator selected must be based on the airborne concentration found in the workplace and must not exceed the working limits of the respirator.

Skin/Body

Normal work wear.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Waxy Pellets
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Colorless - White - Translucent
Colour
Colorless - White - Translucent
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Garlic
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
No data
Melting Point
56 / 132.8 °C/F
Boiling Point
No data
Flash Point
199/390 °C/F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
No data
Vapor Density
No data
Relative Density
0.80
Bulk Density
---
Density
No data
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data
Lower Explosive Limit
No data
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
245 °C
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Hazardous reactions

Will not occur.

Decomposition

Acrid smoke and irritating fumes. Oxides of carbon.

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

Disposal

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
None.
Shipping Name
Not Regulated
Transport Class
None.
Packing Group
None.
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Paraplast, Regular?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Paraplast, Regular?

Paraplast, Regular is a waxy pellets appearing as colorless - white - translucent with colorless - white - translucent color. It has garlic odor.

What is Paraplast, Regular used for?

Tissue embedding medium

What is the melting point of Paraplast, Regular?

The melting point is 56 / 132.8 °C/F and the boiling point is No data.