SAFETY DATA SHEET
BAIRD-PARKER AGAR BASE (RPF)
Date of issue - 31/10/2002. CM0961
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product No. CM0961
Trade name BAIRD-PARKER AGAR BASE (RPF)
Manufacturer Oxoid Ltd
Wade Road
Basingstoke
Hants.
RG24 8PW
Tel. 44 (0) 1256 841144
Fax. 44 (0) 1256 463388
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Preparation - Hazardous ingredients ( Europe )
CAS No. / Concentration Classification Risk Phrases
Component
EINECS
Number
Lithium Chloride 7447-41-8 6.50 % w/w Xn R22, R36/37/38
231-212-3
Tris - Tris 77-86-1 1.55 % w/w Xi R36/38
201-064-4
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Most Important Hazards Not classified as hazardous.
Human health hazards - Eyes May cause slight transient irritation.
Human health hazards - Skin May cause irritation.
Human health hazards - Inhalation Moderately irritating to the respiratory system.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
First Aid - Eyes In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with a copious amount
of water. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
First Aid - Skin Wash contaminated skin with soap and water.
First Aid - Ingestion Avoid hand to mouth contact. If ingested, seek medical advice. Have
victim drink 1-3 glasses of water to dilute stomach contents.
First Aid - Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media - Suitable Use dry chemicals, CO2, water spray or foam.
Protection of fire-fighters Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions Wear disposable gloves, dust mask to EN149 FFP2S and eye
protection.
Spill Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated labelled waste
container. Use a water rinse for final cleanup.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Do not breathe dust.Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Stockage Store at room temperature. Keep well closed and protected from direct
sunlight and moisture.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering measures Engineering methods to prevent or control exposure to dust/vapour are
preferred. Methods include process or personnel enclosure,
mechanical ventilation (dilution and local exhaust), and control of
process conditions.
Protective Measures - Hands Disposable vinyl gloves.
Protective Measures - Eyes Safety glasses or chemical goggles to EN166, 167 and 168.
Protective Measures - Body Lab coat.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state Powder.
Colour Pale Straw
pH 7.0 - 7.4
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see
section 7). Hygroscopic.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Acute toxicity Low order of acute toxicity.
Oral LD50 (rat) > 2000 mg/kg.
Dermal LD50 (rabbit) > 2000 mg/kg.
Inhalation LC50 (rat) > 20 mg/litre/4h.
Eye irritation May cause slight transient irritation.
Skin irritation May cause irritation.
Sub-Chronic toxicity Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical
condition.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity No specific data.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal considerations Non-hazardous waste Dispose of according to all federal, state and
local applicable regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
UN : UN number Not classified.
ADR/RID : Class Not controlled under ADR (Europe).
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Section 15. Regulatory Information
Risk Phrases Not applicable.
Safety Phrases Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
EC Classification This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
Section 16. Other Information
MSDS first issued 07/06/2001
MSDS data revised 31/10/2002
Revisions Highlighted Composition/information on ingredients
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