MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Product Group: Microbiological Study Tubes

MSDS Number: VS60322-02
Issue Date: January 26, 2000
Supersedes: October 25, 1996
ERCO No.: 36-512

CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION - SECTION 1



Becton Dickinson VACUTAINER? Systems
Company Identification:
A Division of Becton Dickinson and Company
1 Becton Drive
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417-1885

In the continental U.S., call Chemtrec: 1-800-424-9300
For additional non-emergency information, call: 1-800-631-0174

Product Name:VACUTAINER? Brand Tube for Microbiological Studies

364960, 366404, 368031, 368032
Reorder Numbers:

Synonym(s): N/A

Chemical Formula: N/A Chemical Family: N/A

COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS - SECTION 2


Chemical Name CAS Number Exposure Limit Weight

Sodium Polyanetholesulfonate 52993-95-0 None Established 6.0 mg
Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 None Established 14.5 mg

HEALTH EFFECTS SUMMARY - SECTION 3


The following information summarizes human experience and results of scientific investigations reviewed
by health professionals for hazard evaluation of and development of Precautionary Measures and
Occupational Control Procedures recommended in this document.

Primary Route of Entry: Eye contact, dermal contact, inhalation, or ingestion.

Medical Conditions Which Might be Aggravated: May increase high blood pressure.

Acute Exposure Effects:

1. Skin: May cause slight irritation.
2. Eyes: May cause irritation.
3. Inhalation: May cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract.
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May cause slight gastrointestinal irritation.
4. Ingestion:

Repeated Exposure Effects:

1. Skin: None identified.
2. Inhalation: None identified.
3. Ingestion: None identified.


EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES - SECTION 4


Skin: Immediately wash affected area with soap and water for at least 15 minutes.
Eyes: Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove victim to fresh air.
Inhalation:
Do not induce vomiting. Give copious amounts of water to dilute. Seek medical
Ingestion:
attention.

FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION - SECTION 5


N/A Method: N/A
Flash Point:
N/A Method: N/A
Autoignition Temperature:
N/A Method: N/A
Combustibility:
Use either water spray, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing Media:

Firefighters should wear protective clothing and self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus operated in positive pressure mode.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Fire or excessive heat may cause decomposition resulting in
the generation of toxic gases; carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide, and oxides of sulfur.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES - SECTION 6


Avoid overexposure. Wear protective clothing. Carefully sweep up and place in a suitable container.
Flush spill area with water.

HANDLING AND STORAGE PROCEDURES - SECTION 7


Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store away from strong oxidizing agents. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.

OCCUPATIONAL CONTROL PROCEDURES - SECTION 8
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Eye Protection: Use safety goggles. Skin Protection: Use protective gloves.

None required if proper ventilation exists. Wear NIOSH approved mask
Respiratory Protection:
when levels are high.

Use general or local exhaust ventilation.
Ventilation:

Airborne Exposure Limits: None identified.

Other Protective Equipment: Eye bath, safety shower, aprons.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES - SECTION 9


Appearance: Tan liquid. Odor: Odorless.
Vapor Pressure (@20??C mm Hg): Viscosity @ 40??C (centistokes):
N/A N/A
Specific Gravity @ 25/25??C: N/A N/A
Solubility in Water (wt. %):
N/A
Solubility in Other Solvents:

Note: These physical data are typical values based on material tested but may vary from sample to
sample. Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis of any specific lot or
as specifications for the product.

REACTIVITY DATA - SECTION 10


Stable.
Reactivity:
May be incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, lithium, halogens, iron, and
Incompatibility:
cement.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and
oxides of sulfur.
Will not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization:

TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION - SECTION 11


Acute Eye Effects: None identified. Acute Skin Effects: None identified.
Inhalation Toxicity: None identified. Ingestion Toxicity: None identified.
Exposure Limits: Not established. Teratogenicity: Not established.
Reproductive Toxicity: Not established. Mutagenicity: Not established.
Synergistic Products: Not established. Sensitization to Product: Not established.

Carcinogenicity: Contains more than 0.1% by weight of a material listed as a potential carcinogen by:

NTP No IARC No OSHA No

Other Chronic Effects:None identified.

None identified.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure:
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Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Overexposure: None identified.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION - SECTION 12


No data is available on the adverse effects of this material on the environment. Neither COD nor BO data are available.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS - SECTION 13


Disposal should be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION - SECTION 14


D.O.T.

Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S. (non-regulated)

Hazard Class/I.D. No./Packing Group: N/A.

Label: N/A.

I.M.O.

Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S. (non-regulated)

Hazard Class/I.D. No./Packing Group: N/A.

Label: N/A.

I.C.A.O./I.A.T.A.

Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S. (non-regulated)

Hazard Class/I.D. No./Packing Group: N/A.

Label: N/A.

REGULATORY INFORMATION - SECTION 15


TSCA Inventory: Yes

Reportable Quantity (RQ) Under US EPA CERCLA Regulations: None

SARA Hazard Notification Hazard Categories Under Criteria of SARA Title III Rules
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(40 CFR Part 370): None

Section 313 Toxic Chemical(s): None

Hazardous Chemical(s) Under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard: None

OTHER INFORMATION - SECTION 16


Label Information:
CAUTION
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. May be harmful if swallowed in large quantities. May cause
irritation. Wash thoroughly after use. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.

Hazard Ratings:

NFPA HMIS

Fire -- 0 Health -- 1
Health -- 1 Flammability -- 0
Reactivity -- 1 Reactivity -- 1
Specific Hazard -- 0


Information Contact: Becton Dickinson VACUTAINER? Systems
A Division of Becton Dickinson and Company
1 Becton Drive
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417-1885


To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither Becton
Dickinson and Company nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the
sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with
caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only
hazards that exist.


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