Material Safety Data Sheet

IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: eBioscience IC Fixation Buffer
Catalog No: 00-8222
Description: Aqueous buffered solution containing 4% paraformaldehyde. Paraformaldehyde CAS No: 30525-89-4.
Preparation Date: December 28, 2004

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

This product is an irritant and potential carcinogen.

HAZARDS INFORMATION

The toxicological properties of products have not been fully investigated. This product is harmful and potentially cancerous in contact with skin or ingested. Avoid inhalation of vapors. Always follow Good Laboratory and Industrial Hygiene Practices and wear proper personal protective equipment when handling chemicals.

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Boiling Point: Unknown
Melting Point: Unknown
Specific Gravity: Unknown
Vapor Pressure: Unknown
Vapor Density: Unknown
Evaporation Rate: Unknown
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Appearance and Odor: Clear liquid with aldehyde odor

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES

Flashpoint: N/A
Flammable Limits:

• LEL: N/A
• UEL: N/A

Extinguishing Media: Use media appropriate for site conditions.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None known. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective garments appropriate for site conditions.

REACTIVITY DATA

Stability/Incompatibility: Stable. See enclosed data sheet for product-specific storage information.
Hazardous Decomposition: Dangerous decomposition products released as gas/vapor.

FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact: Irritant. Check for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush eyes with large volumes of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if eyes remain red and/or irritated.
Skin Contact: Wash contact areas thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Seek medical attention if area remains irritated. Immediately remove contaminated clothing; contaminated clothing should not be worn until after it has been properly cleaned.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention or call poison control center immediately.
Inhalation: Remove from further exposure. If respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea, or unconsciousness occurs, seek medical attention immediately.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Spill or Leakage Procedure: Dispose of absorbent material used to clean spills in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

EXPOSURE CONTROL INFORMATION

Ventilation Data: Provide adequate local exhaust ventilation.
Respiratory Protection: None required if ventilation is adequate.
Protective Gloves: Wear chemical resistant gloves.
Other Protective Equipment: Eye protection, lab coat, apron or other protective clothing to minimize contact. Eyewash stations and deluge showers should be available.
Work Practices: Observe appropriate laboratory hygiene practices. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Wash any exposed body area thoroughly with soap and water after completion of activities involving product.

Information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control; all risks of use of the product are therefore assumed by the user.