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Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy
Product Code
1.07961

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

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck KGaA

manufacturer

Frankfurter Str. 250, D-64271 DARMSTADT

+49 (0)6151 72-0

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC (GB)

+(44)-870-8200418

CHEMTREC Ireland

+(353)-19014670

CHEMTREC India

001-803-017-9114

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
Skin Sens. Cat. 1 H317
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H312 + H332 Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H373 May cause damage to organs (Central nervous system, Liver, Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection/ hearing protection.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.

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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
Xylene EC: 215-535-7 1330-20-7 50 - 70% Yes
Acrylate Polymer --- 30 - 50% Yes
methyl methacrylate EC: 201-297-1 80-62-6 0.1 - 1% Yes
n-butyl methacrylate EC: 202-615-1 97-88-1 0.1 - 1% Yes

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: caution if victim vomits. Keep airways free. Call a physician immediately.

Symptoms: Risk of aspiration! Pulmonary failure possible after aspiration of vomit.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call in physician. Call a physician immediately. Call in ophthalmologist.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder Foam

Unsuitable media

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

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides. Mixture with combustible ingredients. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air at elevated temperatures. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.

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

Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

Cleanup methods

Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up carefully 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

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hygiene

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

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Splash contact: Material: Viton®, Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M). Full contact: Material: Viton®, Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M). When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN374 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter A (acc. to DIN 3181) for vapours of organic compounds. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

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
Form: liquid, Color: colorless
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
liquid
Odor
of xylene
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
No data available
Boiling Point
137 - 143 °C
Flash Point
ca.23 °C
Freezing Point
No data available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
< 8 hPa at 20 °C
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
0,95 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
8,0 %(V) - (xylene)
Lower Explosive Limit
1,1 %(V) - (xylene)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
insoluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
250 - 600 mPa.s at 20 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Vapor/air-mixtures are explosive at intense warming.

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents, conc. sulfuric acid, sulfur. Risk of explosion with: Nitric acid, uranium hexafluoride

Avoid

Heating.

Incompatible

Rubber, various plastics, Light metals Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.

Disposal

Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1307
Shipping Name
XYLENES, SOLUTION
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
ADR

No data available

IMDG

No data available

IATA

No data available

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

Observe work restrictions regarding maternity protection in accordance to Dir 92/85/EEC or stricter national regulations where applicable. Take note of Dir 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy?

Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy is a liquid appearing as form: liquid, color: colorless with colorless color. It has of xylene odor.

What is Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy used for?

In vitro diagnostic reagent, Reagent for analysis

What are the hazard statements for Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy?

This substance has 9 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H312 + H332: Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs (Central nervous system, Liver, Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Entellan™ new rapid mounting medium for microscopy?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is 137 - 143 °C.