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Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels
Product Code
7045, 7046, 7047, 7048, 7049
Synonyms
Hydrogel, Tissue Orientation Gel

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

For tissue processing.

Uses advised against

None known.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sakura Finetek USA Inc.

manufacturer

1750 West 214th St., Torrance, CA 90501

1-310-972-7800

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Repr. Cat. 1B

GHS Pictograms

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P308 + P313 If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with 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
Water 7732-18-5 70 - 99% No
Proprietary carbohydrate matrix (dried) --- 30% No
Sodium tetraborate decahydrate 1303-96-4 1% No
Methyl paraben 99-76-3 0.5% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist.

Skin contact

Rinse skin with water/shower. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

Eye contact

Rinse with water. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

Symptoms: Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. If ingestion of a large amount does occur, call a poison control center immediately.

Immediate Medical Attention

Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist. If ingestion of a large amount does occur, call a poison control center immediately. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

Medical Treatment

Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Unsuitable media

Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.

Specific hazards

During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.

Instructions

Use water spray to cool unopened containers. Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.

Firefighter Protection

Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep unnecessary personnel away. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS.

Small spill

Scoop up released material. Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination.

Large spill

Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Shovel up and place in a container for salvage or disposal. Following product recovery, flush area with water.

Environmental

Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.

Cleanup methods

Shovel up and place in a container for salvage or disposal. Following product recovery, flush area with water. Scoop up released material. Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged exposure. Pregnant or breastfeeding women must not handle this product. Should be handled in closed systems, if possible. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Observe good industrial hygiene practices.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in original tightly closed container. Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS).

Hygiene

Observe good industrial hygiene practices.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Solid (Semi-solid).
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
Blue.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Gel.
Odor
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Ph
Not available.
Melting Point
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Relative Density
Not available.
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
Combustible solid.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not available.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not available.
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Decomposition Temperature
Not available.
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not available.
Solubility In Water
Not available.
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not available.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not available.
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Material is stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Avoid

Contact with incompatible materials.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents. Acids. Bases.

Decomposition

No hazardous decomposition products are known.

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels known by?

Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels is also known as: Hydrogel, Tissue Orientation Gel

What is the hazard signal word for Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels?

Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels is a solid (semi-solid). with blue. color. It has not available. odor.

What is Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels used for?

For tissue processing.

What are the hazard statements for Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.

What is the melting point of Tissue-Tek® Paraform® Orientation Gels?

The melting point is Not available. and the boiling point is Not available..