MSDS ?Monoclonal and Polyclonal Antibodies
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date updated: 24/10/06
Version: revA
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
Identification of the product
Product name: Monoclonal and Polyclonal Antibodies
Catalogue code: N/A
Intended use: Immunohistochemistry
Manufacturer / supplier identification
Company: Novocastra Laboratories Ltd.
Balliol Business Park West
Benton Lane
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE12 8EW, UK.
Telephone: 0044 (0) 191 215 0567
Fax: 0044 (0) 191 215 1152
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS# Percent Classification:
Composition Indications of Danger / R Phrases
Sodium azide 26628-22-8 < 0.0975 % T+ R 28, 32
For indications of danger and R-phrases see Section 16.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is not classified as a dangerous preparation according to 1999/45/EC, 67/548/EEC, 2001/58/EC
directives and following amendments and modifications.
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to section 11.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided, if person is conscious, and give
plenty of water to drink. Call a physician.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention.
Skin: Immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of skin contact, flush
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Eye: In case of contact with eyes, flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure
adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Seek medical advice
immediately.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Autoignition Temp: N/A
Firefighting Protective
Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with
skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): May explode if heated. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Procedure(s) of Personal Precaution(s)
Wear enclosed footwear and chemical-resistant gloves.
Methods for Cleaning Up
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Inform others to keep a safe distance. Spread soda ash liberally over spillage. If local regulations permit, mop
up cautiously with plenty of water and run to waste.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid prolonged contact with copper or lead, especially in drainage systems or mercury
and other heavy metals which may result in the formation or explosive azides. Under
no circumstances eat, drink or smoke while handling this material. Wash hands
thoroughly after working with this material. Contaminated clothing should be removed
and washed before re-use.
Storage: Keep tightly closed and protected from direct sunlight. Store at 2-8篊.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Safety shower and eye bath.
Hand Protection: Nitrile gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Respirator: Dust respirator.
Other precautions: Plastic apron, sleeves, boots ?if handling large quantities.
General Hygiene: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling. Discard
contaminated shoes.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Appearance: Solid or liquid Relative Density: No data
Color: Pink/White pH: No data
Odor: No data Flash Point: No data
Flammability: No data Solubility: Very soluble
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable unless heated. Slow reaction at ambient temperature unless water contains
dissolved carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products: Decomposes violently with bromine or chromyl chloride. Contact with acid liberates
highly toxic gas: forms readily detonatable salts with many metals, particularly heavy
metals.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Systematic Effect: Cardiovascular disorders, NS disorders, dirrhoea, tiredness
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: Very toxic if swallowed.
Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
No data.
Chronic Exposure Carcinogen
No data.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Azides are toxic for aquatic organisms.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and such covered by regulations which vary
according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a chemical disposal
company. Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before disposal.
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14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
This product is considered to be non-hazardous for transport.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This preparation is not classified as a dangerous preparation according to 1999/45/EC, 67/548/EEC,
2001/58/EC directives and following amendments and modifications.
S-phases: S28, 45, 60, 61
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show label where possible). Treat this material and its container as hazardous
waste for disposal purposes. Avoid release into the environment.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Indications of danger: T+ Very toxic
Risk Statements: R 28, 32
Very toxic if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be accurate but it is the responsibility
of the user or supplier to determine the applicability of the data to the formulation of necessary safety
precautions. Novocastra Laboratories Ltd. shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use
of the above product or the information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet.
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