64092X Clin-Tech Ltd
Material Safety Data Sheet
GOODING & STEWART'S FLUID
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION & COMPANY
Product Name GOODING & STEWART'S FLUID
Product Code 64092X
Supplier Clin-Tech Limited
Unit G, Perram Works
Merrow Lane
Guildford, Surrey
GU4 7BN
Telephone 01483 301902
Fax 01483 301907
e-mail / Website Info@clin-tech.co.uk / www.clin-tech.co.uk
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name EC No. CAS-No. Content Classification
FORMALDEHYDE 200-001-8 50-00-0 5-25% Carc3;R40 T;R23/24/25
C;R34 R43
FORMIC ACID 200-579-1 64-18-6 2-10% C; R35
The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION Xn; R20/21/22
Carc 3; R40
Xi; R36/37/38. R43
? Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
? Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
? Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
? May cause sensitisation by skin contact
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention. When breathing
is difficult, properly trained personnel may assist affected person by administering
oxygen. Perform artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. Get medical attention
immediately!
INGESTION
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Rinse mouth thoroughly. Get medical attention
immediately! Provide rest, warmth and fresh air.
SKIN CONTACT
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Get
medical attention immediately.
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EYE CONTACT
Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash
eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15
minutes and get medical attention.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Foam, car bon dioxide, dry powder.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Toxic fumes may be emitted during combustion.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case
of fire.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate.
Avoid contact with skin or inhalation of spillage, dust or vapour. Absorb with inert,
damp, non-combustible material, then flush area with water. Ensure that absorbed
material is kept wet.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Ventilate well, avoid breathing vapours. Use
approved respirator if air contamination is above accepted level. Persons susceptible
for allergic reactions should not handle this product.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Store in tightly closed original container in a cool, dry well-ventilated place.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Name Std LT - ppm LT - ST - ppm ST -
mg/m3 mg/m3
2.5 mg/m3 2.5 mg/m3
FORMALDEHYDE WEL 2 ppm 2 ppm
9.6 mg/m3
FORMIC ACID WEL 5 ppm
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limits
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
ENGINEERING MEASURES
Well-ventilated area.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the
general level exceeds the Recommended Workplace Exposure Limit.
HAND PROTECTION
Use protective gloves. The most suitable glove must be chosen in consultation with
the gloves supplier, who can inform about the breakthrough time of the glove
material.
EYE PROTECTION
Wear approved safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTION
Provide eyewash station. Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of
liquid contact and repeated or prolonged vapour contact.
HYGIENE MEASURES
DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Wash at the end of each work shift and before
eating, smoking and using the toilet. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes
contaminated. Wash promptly with soap & water if skin becomes contaminated.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Colourless Liquid
ODOUR Formaldehyde
SOLUBILITY Soluble in water
DENSITY ~1.01 @ 20 篊
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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STABILITY
Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use. If allowed to dry
out, may react explosively if exposed to shock, friction or heat.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Do not allow to become dry.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALATION
Harmful by inhalation. Irritating to respiratory system.
INGESTION
Harmful if swallowed.
SKIN CONTACT
Irritating to skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
EYE CONTACT
Irritating to eyes.
OTHER HEALTH EFFECTS
Carcinogen Category 3.
MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Skin disorders and allergies.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
The product is not expected to be hazardous to the environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS
Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
RID / ADR
UN# 3412
Class 8
PG III
Proper shipping name: Formic Acid
IMDG IATA
UN# 3412 UN# 3412
Class 8 Class 8
PG III PG III
Proper shipping name: Formic Acid Proper shipping name: Formic Acid
Marine Pollutant: No
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
Harmful
RISK PHRASES
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
SAFETY PHRASES
S23 Do not breathe fumes
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and
eye/face protection
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible)
S51 Use only in well-ventilated areas
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Chemicals (Hazard Information and
Packaging) Regulations.
GUIDANCE NOTES
CHIP for everyone HSG(108). Workplace Exposure Limits EH40.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
This safety data sheet covers all codes for this product.
REVISION COMMENTS
New MSDS
REVISION DATE 03-2009
REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED 1 / New MSDS
RISK PHRASES IN FULL
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact
with skin and if swallowed
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with
skin and if swallowed
R34 Causes burns
R35 Causes severe burns
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory
system and skin
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic
effect
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin
contac
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