SAFETY DATA SHEET
COOKED MEAT MEDIUM
Date of issue - 28/05/2002. CM0081
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product No. CM0081
Trade name COOKED MEAT MEDIUM
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 Material may cause slight irritation on prolonged or repeated contact.
Human health hazards - Ingestion A large dose may have the following effects:- diarrhoea, nausea,
vomiting.
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 Wash out eye with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if
soreness or redness persists.
First Aid - Skin Wash skin with soap and water.
First Aid - Ingestion Wash out mouth with water. Have victim drink 1-3 glasses of water to
dilute stomach contents.
First Aid - Inhalation Remove from exposure. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media - Suitable Use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Spill Sweep up into suitable containers for recovery or disposal. Finally
flush area with plenty of water.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid inhaling dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
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
Protective measures - Respiratory Recommended: Approved/certified disposable particulate dust mask.
Protective measures - Hands Disposable vinyl gloves.
Protective measures - Eyes Safety glasses or chemical goggles to EN166, 167 and 168.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Granular solid.
Colour Light brown.
pH 7.0 - 7.4
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see
section 7). Hygroscopic.
Conditions to avoid Exposure to direct sunlight.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Acute toxicity All components have a 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 The degree of irritation was insufficient to warrant labelling as an eye
irritant.
Skin irritation The degree of irritation was insufficient to warrant labelling as a skin
irritant.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity No relevant studies identified.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal considerations Non-hazardous waste Dispose of according to all federal, state and
local applicable regulations.
Container information Containers should be cleaned by appropriate methods and then
re-used or disposed of by landfill or incineration as appropriate.
Section 14. Transport Information
UN : UN number Not classified.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Risk Phrases Not applicable.
Safety Phrases Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
EC Classification Not classified.
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Section 16. Other Information
MSDS first issued 28/05/2002
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