FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC.
"Your Safer Source for Science Supplies"
MSDS #: 354.00
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Revision Date: August 16, 2001
Section 1 -- Chemical Product and Company Identification
Formalternate
Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219 Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
CHEMTREC Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300
Section 2 -- Composition, Information on Ingredients
A proprietary mixture containing Propylene Glycol (57-55-6), Ethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether (122-99-6) and Phenol (108-95-2).
CAS#: None Established
Section 3 -- Hazards Identification
FLINN AT-A-GLANCE
Clear, colorless liquid; antifreeze-like odor.
Health-1
Slightly toxic by ingestion and inhalation. Body tissue irritant. Avoid all body tissue contact.
Flammability-0
Reactivity-0
Exposure-1
Storage-0
0 is low hazard, 3 is high hazard
Section 4 -- First Aid Measures
Call a physician, seek medical attention for further treatment, observation and support after first aid.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration immediately.
Eye: Immediately flush with fresh water for 15 minutes.
External: Wash continuously with fresh water for 15 minutes.
Internal: Induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control at once.
Section 5 -- Fire Fighting Measures
Non flammable liquid. NFPA CODE
Fire Fighting Instructions: Use triclass, dry chemical fire extinguisher. Firefighters should wear PPE None established
and SCBA with full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
Section 6 -- Accidental Release Measures
Restrict unprotected personnel from area and ventilate area. Contain spill with sand or absorbent material; deposit in sealed bag or
container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
Section 7 -- Handling and Storage
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #2. Store with alcohols, glycols, amines and amides.
Use and dispense in a hood.
Section 8 -- Exposure Controls , Personal Protection
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wear chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves and chemical-resistant apron.
Use exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
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FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. Formalternate
"Your Safer Source for Science Supplies"
MSDS #: 354.00
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Revision Date: August 16, 2001
Section 9 -- Physical and Chemical Properties
A propylene glycol based formaldehyde substitute.
Section 10 -- Stability and Reactivity
Shelf Life: Indefinite.
Section 11 -- Toxicological Information
ORL-RAT LD50: N.A.
Acute effects: N.A.
IHL-RAT LC50: N.A.
Chronic effects: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD50: N.A.
Target organs: N.A.
N.A. = Not available, not all health aspects of this substance have been fully investigated.
Section 12 -- Ecological Information
Data not yet available.
Section 13 -- Disposal Considerations
Please consult with state and local regulations.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #26b is one option.
Section 14 -- Transport Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated
Hazard Class: N/A
UN Number: N/A
N/A = Not applicable
Section 15 -- Regulatory Information
Not listed.
Section 16 -- Other Information
Consult your copy of the Flinn Scientific Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals.
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn
Scientific Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating
thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. Flinn Scientific Inc. assumes no legal
responsibility for use or reliance upon this data.
FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC.
"Your Safer Source for Science Supplies"
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P.O. Box 219 Batavia IL 60510
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