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Safety Data Sheet EN

Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen)

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen)
Product Code
112179

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
REACH No.
This product is a mixture. REACH Registration Number see section 3.

Identified Uses

In vitro diagnostic reagent, Reagent for analysis For additional information on uses please refer to the Merck Chemicals portal (www.merck-chemicals.com).

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck KGaA

manufacturer

64271 Darmstadt, Germany

+49 6151 72-0

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314
Resp. Sens. Cat. 1 H334
Skin Sens. Cat. 1 H317
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 H400

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary Statements

P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

Aqueous solution

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Glutaraldehyde 111-30-8 25 - 50% Yes

Notes

purified and filled under nitrogen

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

fresh air. If breathing stops: mouth-to-mouth breathing or artificial respiration. Oxygen if necessary. Immediately call in physician.

Skin contact

wash off with plenty of water. Immediately remove contaminated clothing. If available swab with polyethylene glycol 400. Call a physician immediately.

Symptoms: Irritation and corrosion

Eye contact

rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist.

Symptoms: conjunctivitis, Risk of corneal clouding., Risk of blindness!

Ingestion

caution if victim vomits. Risk of aspiration! Keep airways free. Risk of perforation! Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.

Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call in physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid substance contact. Do not breathe vapours, aerosols. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not empty into drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.

Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Do not inhale substance/mixture. Observe label precautions.

Storage

Tightly closed. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorised persons. Store at +2°C to +8°C.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Technical measures and appropriate working operations should be given priority over the use of personal protective equipment.

Hands

full contact: Glove material: Nitrile rubber, Glove thickness: 0,40 mm, Break through time: > 480 min; splash contact: Glove material: natural latex, Glove thickness: 0,6 mm, Break through time: > 240 min. The protective gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of EC Directive 89/686/EEC and the related standard EN374.

Eyes

Tightly fitting safety goggles

Respiratory

required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Recommended Filter type: Filter A (acc. to DIN 3181) for vapours of organic compounds

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not empty into drains.

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
---
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
liquid
Odor
characteristic
Odor Threshold
No information available.
Ph
> 3,0 at 20 °C
Melting Point
-6 °C
Boiling Point
100,5 °C at 1.013 hPa
Flash Point
not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No information available.
Vapor Pressure
0,27 hPa at 20 °C
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1,06 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
No information available.
Upper Explosive Limit
not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit
not applicable
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No information available.
Decomposition Temperature
No information available.
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
No information available.
Solubility In Water
soluble at 20 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No information available.
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

heat-sensitive

Reactivity

See section 10.3

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Amines, Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Strong bases

Avoid

Strong heating.

Incompatible

Aluminium, various metals

Decomposition

no information available

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

See www.retrologistik.com for processes regarding the return of chemicals and containers, or contact us there if you have further questions.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN 2922
Shipping Name
CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (GLUTARDIALDEHYDE SOLUTION)
Transport Class
8 (6.1)
Packing Group
II
ADR

yes

IMDG

yes

IATA

no

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

The Safety Data Sheets for catalogue items are available at www.merck-chemicals.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen)?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen)?

Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen) is a liquid with colourless color. It has characteristic odor.

What is Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen) used for?

In vitro diagnostic reagent, Reagent for analysis For additional information on uses please refer to the Merck Chemicals portal (www.merck-chemicals.com).

What are the hazard statements for Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen)?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

What is the melting point of Glutardialdehyde solution 25% for electron microscopy, acc. to P.J. Anderson (purified and filled under nitrogen)?

The melting point is -6 °C and the boiling point is 100,5 °C at 1.013 hPa.