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SPECTRA Differentiator

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
SPECTRA Differentiator
Product Code
3801582, 3801592; 3801587; 3801597

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

H&E Staining System optimized for use with the SPECTRA Staining Instrument

Uses advised against

Other uses

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc logo

Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc

manufacturer

5205 Route 12, Richmond, IL 60071 - USA

844-534-2262

http://leicabiosystems.com

Emergency Contacts

ChemTrec

800-424-9300

International Calls (call collect)

+1 703-527-3887

Australia 24 Hr Poisons Information Centre

13 11 26

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A
STOT SE Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H370 Causes damage to organs

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed
P240 Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment
P241 Use explosion-proof equipment
P242 Use only non-sparking tools
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge
P261 Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P303 + P361 + P353 If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P305 + P351 + P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P311 If exposed: Call a poison center/doctor
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam, or water spray for extinction.
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with all local/regional/national/international regulations

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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
Ethanol 64-17-5 20% Yes
acetic acid 64-19-7 15% Yes
methanol 67-56-1 5% Yes
Isopropanol 67-63-0 5% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Skin contact

Rinse skin with water/shower. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

Eye contact

Rinse eyes with water as a precaution.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Call a poison center/doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray. Dry powder. Foam. Carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

Firefighter Protection

Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained breathing apparatus. Complete protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

No open flames, no sparks, and no smoking. Only qualified personnel equipped with suitable protective equipment may intervene. Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray.

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

Cleanup methods

Take up liquid spill into absorbent material.

Materials: absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Flammable vapors may accumulate in the container. Use explosion-proof equipment. Wear personal protective equipment. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Take all necessary technical measures to avoid or minimize the release of the product on the workplace. Limit quantities of product at the minimum necessary for handling and limit the number of exposed workers. Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Hygiene

Separate working clothes from town clothes. Launder separately. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the product.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure good ventilation of the work station.

Hands

Protective gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

None needed with adequate ventilation. If the occupational exposure limit is exceeded, use an approved organic vapor respirator. Selection of respiratory protection depends on the contaminant type, form, and concentration. Select in accordance with OSHA 1910.134 or other applicable regulations and good industrial hygiene practice.

Skin/Body

Wear suitable protective clothing

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Solubility In Water
---
Softening Point
---
Relative Density
No data available
Freezing Point
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Boiling Point
No data available
Form
---
Properties Status
---
Melting Point
Not applicable
Colour
Colorless
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Flash Point
52 °F /11 °C
Physical State
Liquid
Solubility
No data available
Voc Content
---
Density
0.79
Metal Corrosion
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Solidification Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Flammability
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Evaporation Rate
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Explosive Limits
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Appearance
---
Ph
4 - 5
Vapor Density
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Odor
Alcohol odour
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Bulk Density
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Colour Intensity
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

Avoid

Avoid contact with hot surfaces. Heat. No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all sources of ignition.

Incompatible

No additional information available

Decomposition

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

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

Treatment

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with licensed collector’s sorting instructions.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1987
Shipping Name
Alcohols, n.o.s.
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
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 SPECTRA Differentiator?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of SPECTRA Differentiator?

SPECTRA Differentiator is a liquid with colorless color. It has alcohol odour odor.

What is the solubility of SPECTRA Differentiator?

No data available

What is SPECTRA Differentiator used for?

H&E Staining System optimized for use with the SPECTRA Staining Instrument

What are the hazard statements for SPECTRA Differentiator?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H370: Causes damage to organs

What is the melting point of SPECTRA Differentiator?

The melting point is Not applicable and the boiling point is No data available.