MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
M anufacturer's Name: ALTANA INC.
Divisions: E. FOUGERA & CO. DIVISION
PHARM ADERM DIVISION
Street Address: 60 BAYLIS ROAD
City, State, Zip Code: M ELVILLE, NEW YORK 11747
(800) 424-9300, (631) 454-7677
Emergency Telephone No.:
SECTION 1: IDENTITY
Product Name: Clindamycin Phosphate Pledgets 1%
Synonyms: Clindamycin Phosphate Topical Solution USP 1%
CAS #: Not applicable.
Chemical Family: Antibiotic.
Formula: Clindamycin Phosphate USP, Isopropyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol and Purified W ater.
SECTION 2: SAFETY and HAZARD RATINGS
RATINGS
Health (Acute-Chronic): 1?
Minimal 0
Flammability: 3
Slight 1
Reactivity: 0
Moderate 2
Environment (Air-W ater-Soil): 0??
Severe 3
Special Hazards: Not indicated.
Extreme 4
Protective Equipment: General ventilation, eye and hand wash.
SECTION 3: EM ERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin: W ash thoroughly with soap and water.
Ingestion: Give two glasses of water and induce vomiting if directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.
CALL A PHYSICIAN
CONTACT A POISON CONTROL CENTER
SECTION 4: INGREDIENTS
C A R C IN O G E N H A ZA R D D A T A
A C G IH O SH A
NAM E C A S# % IA R C NTP O SH A TLV PEL
Clindamycin Phosphate 24729-96-2 1.0 no no no not applicable
Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 50.0 no no no 200ppm 400ppm
Propylene Glycol 57-55-6 no no no not applicable
Water 7732-18-5 no no no not applicable
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SECTION 5: FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: 23.9NC (75NF)
Auto-ignition Temperature NF: Not indicated.
Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL: Not indicated.
UEL: Not indicated.
Extinguishing M edia: Alcohol foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: M ay emit toxic fumes.
SECTION 6: REACTIVITY DATA (PHYSICAL HAZARDS)
Stability: [ X ] Stable [ ] Unstable
Conditions and Chemicals to Avoid: Avoid bases, light, oxidants and sources of heat and flame.
Hazardous Combustion or Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide.
Decomposition Products:
Hazardous Polymerization: [ ] M ay Occur [ X ] W ill Not Occur
SECTION 7: HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Dermal, Ingestion, Inhalation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
a. Overexposure Effects: a. M ay cause allergic reaction, nausea, intoxication, CNS depression, headache,
decreased blood rate, coma, diarrhea and colitis.
b. Chronic Effects: b.
1. Inhalation: 1. M ay cause nausea, headache.
2. Eyes: 2. W ill cause irritation or injury. For topical use only.
3. Skin: 3. M ay cause irritation.
4. Ingestion: 4. M ay cause intoxication, CNS depression, headache, nausea, decreased blood rate,
coma, diarrhea and colitis.
5. M edical Conditions 5. M ay cause skin irritation and allergies in sensitive individuals.
Potentially Aggravated:
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS and SPILL/LEAK PROCEDURES
Precautions to be Taken in Store at controlled room temperature 20N?5NC (68N?7NF). Protect from freezing.
Handling/Storage: Do not handle or store near bases, light oxidants and sources of heat and flame.
Hygienic Practices: W ash thoroughly after handling. Use normal hygiene to protect hands, eyes and skin.
Use general ventilation to protect your lungs. Do not wear contaminated clothing
until thoroughly laundered.
W hen M aterial is Released or Spilled: Assure slippery conditions are nullified. Add sand or dirt. Scoop up and remove.
W ash area with soap and water. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local
regulations.
W aste Disposal M ethods: Assure conformity with applicable disposal regulations. Dispose of absorbed material
at approved incineration or chemical landfill waste disposal site.
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SECTION 9: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORM ATION
Respiratory Protection: General ventilation.
Skin Protection: Normal hygiene.
Eye Protection: Normal hygiene.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: As needed to prevent repeated/prolonged contact.
SECTION 10: CONTAINERS and LABELING
Special Precautions: Store at controlled room temperature 20N?5NC (68N?7NF). Protect from freezing. Do not
handle or store near bases, light, oxidants and sources of heat and flame.
Recommended Container: As supplied (not sold in bulk quantity).
Protect the Container by: Avoid physical damage and heat.
Container Should be Handled
in an Area W ith: Adequate, general ventilation.
The Empty Container is: Not reusable.
Precautionary Label: Federal law prohibits dispensing without a prescription. For topical use only. Avoid contact
with eyes.
Warning Placard: Flammable solid. Keep out of reach of children.
IM O Hazard Class #: 9
UN/NA #: Not applicable.
Hazard Classification: ORM -D
DOT Name: Consumer Commodity
Shipping Instructions: Do not handle or store near bases, light, oxidants and sources of heat and flame.
SECTION 11: ENVIRONM ENTAL RISKS
Aquatic Toxicity: Not indicated.
Biodegradability: Not indicated.
Partition Coefficient: Not indicated.
SECTION 12: REGULATORY INFORM ATION
Refer to the following OSHA Regulations: If respirator used, 29 CFR 1910.134
references: DOT Regulations: 49 CFR 172.101
EPA Regulations: SARA Title III, Section 3/11/312, Health (Immediate) and Flammable
Other: NDC: 0168-0201-01
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SECTION 13: PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: A clear, colorless solution with an odor of isopropyl alcohol.
M olecular W eight: Not applicable.
pH: 4.0?.0
Refractive Index @ 20NC: Not determined.
Viscosity @ 25NC: Not determined.
Boiling Point: Refluxes @ 55NC (131NF)
Freezing/M elting Point: Not determined.
Congealing Point: Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20NC): Not determined.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not determined.
Solubility in W ater: M iscible.
Solubility in Alcohol: M iscible.
Solubility in Oil: Immiscible.
Specific Gravity (H 2O=1): 0.93 @ 25NC
% Volatile by Volume: 50% (v/v) isopropyl alcohol
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1): 0.26
Date of Preparation/Change: Revision # 0 Replaces
May 11, 2006 None
The information presented herein relates to the specific material described and may not be valid for this material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. This information is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable on
the date compiled. W e make no representation, warranty or guarantee as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness.
It is the reader's responsibility to ascertain whether the information supplied is suitable and complete for that person's specific
uses. This M aterial Safety Data Sheet was prepared for ALTANA INC. by:
COM PLIANCE INNOVATIONS, INC.
706 Route 15 South, Suite 207
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849
973-663-1120 ?fax 973-663-2378
helpdesk@chemply.com
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