SAFETY DATA SHEET
AGAR BACTERIOLOGICAL (AGAR No. 1)
Date of issue - 31/07/2002. LP0011
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product No. LP0011
Trade name AGAR BACTERIOLOGICAL (AGAR No. 1)
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
Common Name Agar
CAS No. 9002-18-0
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Most important hazards Not classified as hazardous.
Human health hazards - Eyes May cause slight transient irritation.
Human health hazards - Inhalation Exposure to dust at high concentrations may have the following effects:
irritation of nose, throat and respiratory tract.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
First Aid - Eyes Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Obtain medical attention if soreness or redness
persists.
First Aid - Skin Wash contaminated skin with soap and water.
First Aid - Ingestion Have victim drink 1-3 glasses of water to dilute stomach contents.
First Aid - Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media - Suitable Use DRY chemicals, CO2, alcohol foam or water spray.
Special fire-fighting procedures Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) and full turnout gear.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions Wear disposable gloves, dust mask to EN149 FFP2S and eye
protection.
Environmental Precautions and Clean-up Prevent entry into drains and water.
Methods
Spill May become extremely slippery if wetted. Vacuum or sweep up
material and place in a designated labeled waste container.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not breathe dust.
Storage Store at room temperature. Keep well closed and protected from direct
sunlight and moisture.
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Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Occupational Exposure Limits ( Preparation ) - Europe
Recommended: Inhalable Dust UK EH40: OES 10mg/m3 8hr TWA.
Respirable dust UK EH40: OES 4mg/m3 8hr TWA.
Engineering measures The use of the basic principles of Industrial Hygiene will enable this
material to be used safely.
Protective measures - Respiratory A respirator is not needed under normal and intended conditions of
product use.
Protective measures - Hands Recommended: Disposable vinyl gloves.
Protective measures - Eyes Recommended: 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 White. Off-white.
Odor Odorless.
pH 6.0 - 7.5 (1% solution)
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see
section 7).
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.
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 regulated.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Risk Phrases Not applicable.
Safety Phrases Avoid contact with eyes.
EC Classification This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
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Date of issue - 31/07/2002. LP0011
Section 16. Other Information
MSDS first issued 31/07/2002
Notes Classification and labeling have been performed according to EU
directives 67/548/EEC, 88/379/EEC including amendments and the
intended use.
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