MedMira Laboratories Inc.
Quality Management System
Revision/Issue Document ID UB01MSDS
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IDENTITY MedMira Universal Buffer
Section I ?Identification of the Substance and Manufacturer
Manufacturer's Name Emergency Telephone Number
MedMira Laboratories Inc. 902-450-1588
Address Telephone Number for Information
155 Chain Lake Drive, Suite 1 902-450-1588
Last Revision Date
Date Prepared
September 19, 2000 October 6, 2006
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Prepared by
MedMira Quality Systems Department
Canada B3S 1B3
Section II - Hazard Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical OSHA ACGIH TLV Other Limits %
Identity; Common Name(s)) PEL Recommended
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid Not Not listed N/A 3.8
(EDTA) (CAS No. 10378-23-1) listed
0.29mg/m3
Sodium Azide (NaN3) 0.1ppm N/A 0.1
(CAS No. 26628-22-8)
Section III ?Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H20=1) ~1.0
~100癈
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Melting Point
Not Not applicable
available
Vapor Density (AIR=1) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1)
Not Not available
available
Solubility in Water
Soluble
Appearance and Odor
Clear liquid with slight yellowish tint, odorless
Section VI ?Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Extinguishing Media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate form
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and appropriate clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
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Section V ?Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid
None
Stable
X
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid)
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, copper, lead, metals and metal salts. May react with
lead and copper plumbing to form highly explosive metal azides, if copious amounts of water
are not used to flush during disposal.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
Toxic fumes of: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides
Hazardous Polymerization May Occur Conditions to Avoid
None
Will Not Occur X
Section VI ?Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation Skin Ingestion
X
X X
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Acute: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Causes eye and skin
Irritation. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Carcinogenicity: NTP IARC Monographs OSHA Regulated
Not listed Not listed Not listed
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Not available
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Not available
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen.
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Seek medical
attention.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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Section VII ?Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves. Ventilate
area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
Waste Disposal Method
Rinse down the drain with copious amounts of water to avoid the formation of metal azides
when contacting metal plumbing. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental
regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage
None
Other Precautions
None
Section VIII ?Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
None required
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
Mechanical (General) Other
Required
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber gloves Chemical safety goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Lab coat
Work/Hygienic Practices
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on
clothing.
The statements contained herein are offered for informational purposes only and are based upon technical data that MedMira
Laboratories Inc. believes to be accurate. It is intended for use only by persons having the necessary technical skill and at their own
discretion and risk. Since conditions and manner of use are outside our control, we make no WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR OTHERWISE.
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