AFB-Color staining kit for the microscopic investigation of acid-fast bacteria (cold staining) Safety Data Sheet

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name: AFB-Color staining kit for the microscopic investigation of acid-fast bacteria (cold staining)
Product Code: 1.16450

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

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225

Met. Corr. Cat. 1 H290

Skin Corr. Cat. 1A H314

Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

Muta. Cat. 2 H341

Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 H400

Aquatic Chronic Cat. 1 H410

GHS Pictograms

GHS02

GHS05

GHS08

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

H290 May be corrosive to metals.

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.

H410 Very toxic 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.

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.

P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Refer to component SDS

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Refer to component SDS

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Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Recommended storage temperature see product label.

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. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.