MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
TRADE NAME ALBUMIN, BOVINE, 30% SOLUTION
MIXTURE
CAS NUMBER
1334A
ROI NUMBER
BSA, 30% solution
SYNONYMS
Bovine Serum Albumin, 30% solution
MANUFACTURER/ Research Organics
4353 E 49th Street
SUPPLIER
Cleveland, Ohio
44125 USA
TELEPHONE NUMBERS - 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE:
INFOTRAC 800-535-5053
TELEPHONE NUMBERS - GENERAL ASSISTANCE:
Product Information 800-321-0570
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS Number Percentage* Exposure Limits/Health Hazards
Albumin, Bovine 9048-46-8 30 % No Exposure limits established by OSHA or
ACGIH
NOT EXPECTED TO BE A HEALTH HAZARD
Water 7732-18-5 balance % No Exposure limits established by OSHA or
ACGIH
NO KNOWN HAZARD
Sodium Azide (as a preservative) 26628-22-8 <1 % ACGIH STEL/CEILING (C): C 0.29 mg/m3
HIGHLY TOXIC. IRRITANT. MUTAGEN.
*Values do not reflect absolute minimums and maximums; those values may vary from time to time.
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
This product contains no substances which at their given concentration are considered to be hazardous to
health.
Potential Health Effects Skin
No significant effects are expected to occur following short term exposure. Repeated or prolonged contact with
large amounts of this material may result in irritation.
Potential Health Effect Eyes
Not expected to be irritating. However, prolonged or repeated exposure may cause irritation and conjunctivitis.
Potential Health Effects Inhalation
Under normal conditions, inhalation is not expected to be a problem.
Potential Health Effect Ingestion
Not expected to be a health hazard via ingestion. However, ingestion of any chemical should be avoided.
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Special Toxic Effects
ND
Target Organs
ND
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin
Wash area thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
Eyes
Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 20 minutes. Eyelids should be held away from the
eyeball to ensure thorough rinsing. Do not allow victim to rub the affected eye(s).
Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation
If respiratory irritation or any signs or symptoms of exposure occur, move the person to fresh air.
Get medical attention if cough or other respiratory symptoms develop.
Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Get medical attention if symptoms develop, worsen, or do not improve.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Hazardous Combustion Products
MAY EMIT TOXIC AND/OR IRRITATING FUMES UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS.
Extinguishing Media
Use extinguisher media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Basic Fire Fighting Procedure
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, (MSHA/NIOSH approved or
equivalent) and full protective gear. Evacuate the area and fight fire from a safe distance.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None known to manufacturer.
ND
Flash Point Temperature
ND
Autoignition Temperature
ND
Flammability Limits in Air Lower
ND
Flammability Limits in Air Upper
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency Action
Evacuate area endangered by release as required.
Environmental Precautions
If product is released to the environment, take immediate steps to stop the release. Caution should be
exercised regarding personnel safety and exposure to the released product. Notify local authorities and the
National Response Center, if required.
Spill or Leak Procedure
Absorb spill with inert material (e. g. dry sand or earth) then place in a chemical waste container. Clean up
spills immediately under quailfied supervision observing precautions in Protective Equipment section.
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After removal, scrub the contaminated area with detergent and flush thoroughly with water. Absorb wash liquid
and place in the disposable container. Do not flush to sewer. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which
lead to waterways.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin,eyes and on clothing. Empty containers may contain
material residue. Do not reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke in areas of use or storage.
Wash hands thoroughly before eating, drinking or smoking.
Storage
Store in refrigerator.
Keep containers tightly closed and upright when not in use.
Storage Hazards
Store away from oxidizers.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Contols
Local exhaust ventilation, process enclosures, and other forms of engineering controls are the preferred means
for controlling exposures.
Facilities using or storing this material must be equipped with an eyewash station and safety shower.
Eye Protection PPE
Avoid eye contact with this material. Wear chemical safety goggles.
Do not wear contact lenses when working with this substance.
Skin Protection PPE
Additional protection may be necessary to prevent skin contact including use of apron, armcovers, face shield,
or boots.
Showering and changing into street clothing after work is recommended.
Avoid skin contact with this material. Use appropriate chemical protective gloves when handling.
Respiratory Protection PPE
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator is recommended where airborne concentrations are expected
to exceed exposure limits. Protection provided by air purifying respirators is limited.
Contact the manufacturer of your respiratory protection equipment for further information and/or
recommendations.
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed
whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirators use.
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Liquid
ND
Boiling Point
ND
Melting Point
ND
Freezing Point
Vapor Density ND
Vapor Pressure ND
ND
Specific Gravity
ND
Molecular Formula
ND
Molecular Weight
7.0 - 7.4
pH
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10 STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Stability/Incompatibility
Stable under normal conditions of use.
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition Products
MAY EMIT TOXIC AND/OR IRRITATING FUMES UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CAUTION! THE TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF THIS MIXTURE HAVE NOT BEEN FULLY
INVESTIGATED. FOLLOW GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICES WHEN HANDLING.
Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact.
LD50
RTECS # Mixture Not Listed.
NO ORAL LD50 IN RATS INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS MIXTURE.
Information cited for: Sodium Azide, CAS# 26628-22-8
RTECS # VY8050000
Information cited for: Albumin, CAS# 9048-46-8
RTECS # MT6446000
Only selected data is presented here. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
REGISTRY OF THE TOXIC EFFECTS OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES(RTECS)
Carcinogenicity
NOT LISTED BY IARC, NTP OR OSHA AS A CARCINOGEN
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EcoToxicological Information
DATA NOT YET AVAILABLE.
Chemical Fate Information
DATA NOT YET AVAILABLE.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the user of the product to determine, at the time of disposal, whether the
product meets RCRA criteria for hazardous waste.
If the material is determined to be a hazardous waste, the transportation, storage, treatment and disposal of this
waste material must be conducted in compliance with 40 CFR 262, 263, 264, 268 and 270. Disposal can occur
only in properly permitted facilities.
Contact your local disposal service provider(s) for appropriate method(s) of disposal.
14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Department of Transportation (DOT) Requirements
NOT REGULATED
Proper Shipping Name
NA
Hazard Class NA
UN/NA Code
NA
Packaging Group
None
Reportable Quantity
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NA
Labels Required
Marine Pollutant (49 CFR 172.101 Appendix B) No
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Federal Regulations
All major components of this product are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
State Regulations
Based on available information this material does not contain any components or
chemicals currently known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
reproductive harm at levels which would be subject to Proposition 65.
Reformulation, use or processing of this product may affect its composition and would
require re-evaluation
International Regulations
ND
International Phrases
ND Not Determined
R-
ND Not Determined
S-
ND
EINECS -
SARA TITLE III RATINGS
Immediate Delayed Fire Pressure Reactivity
Hazard Hazard Hazard Hazard Hazard
Section 313 Supplier Notification:
If this box is checked, this product contains EPCRA 313 chemical(s) subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986
(40 CFR 372). If you are unsure whether you are subject to reporting requirements or need more
information, call EPA's ECPRA Call Center at (800) 424-9346 or (703) 412-9810.
NFPA(R) Ratings
Health Flammability Reactivity Special Hazards
- - - -
HMIS(R) RATINGS
Health Flammabilty Physical Personal Protection
Hazard Equipment
0 0 0 C
NFPA is a registrated trademark of National Fire Protection Association. HMIS is a registrated trademark of National Paint and Coating Association.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Disclaimer
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The data contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material
designated herein. It does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any
process. Research Organics, Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith but
make no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Individuals receiving this
information must exercise their independent judgment in determining it appropriateness for a
particular purpose. Research Organics, Inc. makes no representations, or warranties, either
expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the
information refers. Accordingly, Research Organics, Inc. will not be responsible for damages
resulting from the use of reliance upon this information. In no instance is any Research
Organics, Inc. product offered for drug, food, food additive or clinical use in humans.
12/2/2003
Completed On: 4/5/2006 Replaces Sheet Dated:
Completed By: Environmental and Safety Department
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