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Effective Date: 8/28/06 Supersedes: 2/8/96
Section 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Boston Advance Comfort Formula Conditioning Solution For Information: 1-800-553-5340
Product Code(s): 5012, 7420 For Emergency: 1-800-535-5053
Manufacturer: Bausch & Lomb, Incorporated
Address: 1400 N. Goodman Street
Rochester, New York 14609
Section 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS / GUIDELINES
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV NIOSH REL IRELAND HSE
CAS # COMPONENT NAME % W/V TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL UNITS
18472-51-0 Chlorohexidine Gluconate, 20% < 0.1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
139-33-3 Disodium Edetate < 0.1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
68239-42-9 Glucam E-20 < 0.5 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
9004-65-3 Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose E4M < 1.0 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
68610-92-4 Polymer JR 30M < 0.1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
9002-89-5 Polyvinylalcohol Airvol 107 < 0.5 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
7447-40-7 Potassium Chloride < 0.3 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
7778-77-0 Potassium Phosphate < 0.1 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
7647-14-5 Sodium Chloride < 1.0 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
7558-79-4 Sodium Phosphate < 0.7 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
32289-58-0 Polyaminopropyl Biguanide HCL < 0.01 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NA
(20%)
7732-18-5 Purified Water q.s. 100 NA NA NA NA NA NA
Total 100
N/E: Not Established STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit
N/A: Not Applicable C: Ceiling Limit
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists REL: Recommended Exposure Limit
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health PPM: Parts Per Million
OSHA: Occupational Safety & Health Administration MG/M3: Milligrams Per Cubic Meter
TWA: 8-Hour Time-Weighted Average q.s.: Sufficient Quantity
Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Boston Advance Comfort Formula Conditioning Solution is a
clear liquid with no odor. It is intended for the wetting,
disinfecting and soaking of fluoro silicone acrylate and
silicone acrylate rigid gas permeable contact lenses. Do not
use with soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses. If you are allergic
to any ingredient in this product, DO NOT USE.
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Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS:
This product is intended for the wetting, disinfecting and soaking of fluoro silicone acrylate and silicone acrylate
rigid gas permeable contact lenses. Do not use with soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses. If any discomfort develops,
immediately discontinue use of this product. If discomfort persists, contact your eye care professional. Use in
accordance with product literature.
If you are allergic to any ingredient in this product, DO NOT USE.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE:
Non-irritating to the eyes when used as directed.
SKIN:
Non-irritating to skin or mucous membranes when used as directed.
INGESTION:
Small amounts (a tablespoonful) swallowed are not likely to cause injury; swallowing amounts larger than that may cause
gastrointestinal irritation.
INHALATION:
No hazard when used as directed.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
No known chronic hazards.
CARCINOGENICITY:
NTP: No ingredients listed.
IARC: No ingredients listed.
OSHA: No ingredients listed.
Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES:
If discomfort or irritation develops, immediately discontinue product use and contact your eye care professional.
SKIN:
No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by contact with the skin or mucous
membranes.
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Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES (cont.)
INGESTION:
No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by ingestion. If large quantities are
accidentally ingested (greater than a tablespoon), get medical attention immediately.
INHALATION:
No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by inhalation. If exposed to excessive
levels of mists, remove to fresh air and get medical attention if cough or other symptoms develop.
Section 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
Flash Point: Non-Combustible
Method: NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam for surrounding fire.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
None identified.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information:
Contain spill and absorb with a suitable inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in
accordance with Section 13.
Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
No special handling is required. Use in accordance with product literature.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature to maintain product integrity. Keep from freezing.
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Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
SKIN PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
EYE PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT:
NA
Section 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance / Physical State: Clear, Colorless Liquid
Odor: Odorless
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Boiling Point: Not Determined Melting Point: Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not Determined Vapor Density: Not Determined
Solubility In Water: Highly Soluble Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): 1.006
pH: 6.9 ?7.4 Freezing Point: Not Determined
Molecular Weight: Mixture, Not Applicable
Section 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
GENERAL:
Stable under normal conditions.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
None.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION:
None identified.
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Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS No.: DU1950000
Chlorohexidine Gluconate,
ORL-RAT LD50: 2 GM/KG
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: AH43750000
Disodium Edetate
ORL-MOUSE LD50: 2 GM/KG
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: NF9125000
Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose
ORL-RAT No LD50 data listed
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: TR8100000
Polyvinylalcohol Airvol 107
ORL-RAT LD50: >20 GM/KG
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: TS8050000
Potassium Chloride
ORL-RAT LD50: 2600 MG/KG
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: TC6615500
Potassium Phosphate
ORL-RAT No lD50 data listed
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: VZ4725000
Sodium Chloride
ORL-RAT LD50: 3.0 GM/KG
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: WC4500000
Sodium Phosphate
ORL-RAT LD50: 17.0 MG/KG
Toxicity Data:
RTECS No.: TQ9856000
Polyaminopropyl Biguanide HCL
No data available
Toxicity Data:
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Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (cont.)
NOTE: Only selected Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) data is presented
here. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
(*) Toxicological data supplied by the manufacturer.
Section 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available on the environmental impact of this product.
Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations
may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely
of the waste generator.
Section 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US DOT IATA IMO RID/ADR Canadian DG
No Information No Information No Information
Shipping Name: Not Regulated Not Regulated
Available Available Available
Hazard Class: NA NA
UN Number: NA NA
Package Group: NA NA
There are no unreasonable risks (health, safety, or property), that this product would pose when transported in commerce.
Hazard class definitions (49 CFR, Part 173) are not applicable to this product.
Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD (29 CFR 1910.1200):
Boston Advance Comfort Formula Conditioning Solution is considered hazardous under the Occupational Safety & Health
Administration Hazard Communication Standard.
TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT (TSCA):
CAS# 139-33-3 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 18472-51-0 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 7447-40-7is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 7558-79-4 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 7647-14-5 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 7778-77-0 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 9002-89-5 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 9004-65-3 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 32289-58-0 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
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Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION (cont.)
SARA TITLE III (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act):
SECTION 302 (Extremely Hazardous Substances): No Components Listed
SECTION 311, 312 (Hazard Categories): NA
SECTION 313 (Toxic Chemicals): No Components Listed
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm, at levels that would require a warning under the statute.
Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither Bausch & Lomb
Incorporated 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. NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR OTHERWISE IS MADE. In no event shall Bausch & Lomb Incorporated or any of its
subsidiaries be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
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