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10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN
Product Code
Q01000-04-05-06-11-12-14-21-22-23-24-43-60-67-71-76-81-84-85-91-93-101-102-103-111-132-152
Chemical Name
formaldehyde (4%)

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Reagent for Anatomy Pathology

Uses advised against

not any

Manufacturers & Suppliers

D

DIAPATH SpA

manufacturer

Via Savoldini, 71 - 24057 Martinengo (BG) -ITALY

+(39) 0363/986411

Emergency Contacts

Centro Antiveleni - Ospedale di Niguarda - Milano

+39 02/66101029

Centro Antiveleni - Osp. Maggiore - Unità operativa di Tossicologia - Bologna

+39 051/382984235

Centro Antiveleni - Università di Roma, Policlinico Umberto I

+39 06/490663

Centro Antiveleno - Università di Torino

+39 011/637637

Centro Antiveleni - Ospedali Riuniti Cardarelli (c/o Usl 40) - Napoli

+39 081/5453333

Centro Antiveleni - Unità degli Studi di Messina (c/o Facoltà di Farmacia)

090/6764059

Centro Antiveleni - Istituto per l'Infanzia - Trieste

+39 040/3785373

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Sens. Cat. 1 H317
Muta. Cat. 2 H341
Carc. Cat. 1B H350

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash ... Thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALINGeneral fixative, formaldehyde (4%)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
formaldehyde ... % EC: 200-001-8 50-00-0 3 - 5% Yes
methanol EC: 200-659-6 67-56-1 1 - 3% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove casualty to fresh air and keep warm and at rest.

Skin contact

Immediately take off all contaminated clothing. Areas of the body that have - or are only even suspected of having - come into contact with the product must be rinsed immediately with plenty of running water and possibly with soap. OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION. Wash thoroughly the body (shower or bath). Remove contaminated clothing immediately and dispose off safely. After contact with skin, wash immediately with soap and plenty of water.

Eye contact

In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

Ingestion

Give nothing to eat or drink.

Immediate Medical Attention

OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION. In case of accident or unwellness, seek medical advice immediately (show directions for use or safety data sheet if possible).

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Unsuitable media

None in particular.

Specific hazards

Do not inhale explosion and combustion gases. Burning produces heavy smoke.

Instructions

Move undamaged containers from immediate hazard area if it can be done safely.

Firefighter Protection

Use suitable breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear personal protection equipment. Remove persons to safety. See protective measures under point 7 and 8.

Environmental

Do not allow to enter into soil/subsoil. Do not allow to enter into surface water or drains. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose it.

Cleanup methods

Wash with plenty of water.

Materials: absorbing material, organic, sand

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes, inhalation of vapours and mists. Exercise the greatest care when handling or opening the container. Don't use empty container before they have been cleaned. Before making transfer operations, assure that there aren't any incompatible material residuals in the containers.

Storage

Keep away from food, drink and feed. Adequately ventilated premises.

Hygiene

Contaminated clothing should be changed before entering eating areas. Do not eat or drink while working.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Use protective gloves that provides comprehensive protection, e.g. P.V.C., neoprene or rubber.

Eyes

Use close fitting safety goggles, don't use eye lens.

Respiratory

Use adequate protective respiratory equipment.

Skin/Body

Use clothing that provides comprehensive protection to the skin, e.g. cotton, rubber, PVC or viton.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
liquid colorless
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
characteristic
Odor Threshold
N.A.
Ph
7.3
Melting Point
N.A.
Boiling Point
N.A.
Flash Point
N.A.
Freezing Point
N.A.
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
N.A.
Vapor Pressure
N.A.
Vapor Density
N.A.
Relative Density
N.A.
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
N.A.
Upper Explosive Limit
N.A.
Lower Explosive Limit
N.A.
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
N.A.
Decomposition Temperature
N.A.
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
N.A.
Solubility In Water
N.A.
Solubility In Fat
N.A.
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
N.A.
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions

Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions

Avoid

Stable under normal conditions.

Incompatible

None in particular.

Decomposition

None.

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

Recover, if possible. Send to authorised disposal plants or for incineration under controlled conditions.

Disposal

Recover, if possible. Send to authorised disposal plants or for incineration under controlled conditions.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Regulatory information regarding chemical agents at work, REACH, CLP, and specific directives.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN?

10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN is a liquid appearing as liquid colorless with colorless color. It has characteristic odor.

What is 10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN used for?

Reagent for Anatomy Pathology

What are the hazard statements for 10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.

What is the melting point of 10% NEUTRAL BUFFERED FORMALIN?

The melting point is N.A. and the boiling point is N.A..