SAFETY DATA SHEET
POTATO DEXTROSE AGAR
Date of issue - 29/05/2002. CM0139
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product No. CM0139
Trade name POTATO DEXTROSE AGAR
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
Hazardous ingredients This preparation does not contain any substances presenting a health
hazard within the meaning of the Dangerous Substances Directive
67/548/EEC.
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 plenty 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 labeled waste
container. Use a water rinse for final clean-up.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated
area.
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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.
Protective measures - Body Lab coat.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Powder.
Colour Straw
pH 5.4 - 5.8
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).
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Risk Phrases This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
Safety Phrases Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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Section 16. Other Information
MSDS first issued 29/05/2002
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