MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Preserve
EBS Part # H2808 1 Gallon
Energy Beam Sciences Inc. H2809 4 x 1 Gallon
29-B Kripes Rd.
Page 1 of 2
East Granby, CT 06026
Issued 11/2005
Tel: 860.653.0411
Toll Free: 800.992.9037
Fax: 860.653.0422
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
800.255.3924 For product emergency
Chem-Tel Inc.
24 Hours
For product emergency
Chem-Tel International Call Collect 813.977.3668
24 Hours
SECTION I 鈥? INGREDIENTS
Glyoxal (CAS# 107-22-2)
Ethanol (CAS# 64-17-5)
Microwave enhancing ingredients (proprietary)
None of the ingredients is listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
SECTION II 鈥? PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
185-220藲F (85-104藲C)
Boiling Range
Complete
Solubility in water:
3.75 - 4.25
pH:
Clear, colorless to very slightly yellowish liquid/mild alcohol odor
Appearance/Odor:
Do not heat above 105藲F (85藲C). Avoid mixing with strong oxidants
Conditions/materials to avoid:
None
Hazardous decomposition products:
None
Hazardous polymerization:
SECTION III 鈥? FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
103藲F (~ 40藲C)
Flash point (closed cup):
Water spray, alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Extinguishing media:
None
Unusual fire and explosion hazards:
Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Use
Firefighting procedure:
water to cool nearby containers and structures exposed to fire.
This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to the best knowledge of Energy Beam Sciences
Inc. The data on this sheet relates to the specific material designated. Energy Beam Sciences Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use or
reliance upon these data.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Preserve
EBS Part # H2808 1 Gallon
Energy Beam Sciences Inc. H2809 4 x 1 Gallon
29-B Kripes Rd.
Page 2 of 2
East Granby, CT 06026
Issued 11/2005
Tel: 860.653.0411
Toll Free: 800.992.9037
Fax: 860.653.0422
SECTION IV 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
0.1 mg/m3 for glyoxal aerosols (ACGIH); 1000 ppm TWA for ethanol (ACGIH and OSHA).
PEL:
This product is a fixative, and will fix users鈥? skin and eyes. It is an irritant in that regard, and
Effects of overexposure:
prolonged, repeated or extensive contact with skin should be avoided. Avoid all contact with
eyes. Ingestion could cause damage to the gastrointestinal system.
FIRST AID
Immediately flush eyes with lukewarm water for at least 30 minutes. If irritation persists after
Eye contact:
washing, consult a physician.
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with mild soap and warm water. Flush 15-30 minutes
Skin contact:
with water. For mild irritation, apply a good quality skin lotion. For more severe conditions,
consult a physician.
If overcome by exposure remove the person to fresh air immediately. Call a physician if
Inhalation:
symptoms persist.
Contact poison control center and obtain medical attention immediately.
Ingestion:
SECTION V 鈥? PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
General room ventilation is adequate with general laboratory quantities. During an emergency
Respiratory:
condition involving a large spill, a full faceplate respirator equipped for organic vapors is
recommended.
For use at room temperature, general room ventilation should be adequate. When using in a
Ventilation:
microwave processor, use mechanical ventilation via a chemical fume hood or directly to the outside.
Use splashproof goggles.
Eye:
Use nitrile gloves. Latex surgical gloves provide dubious protection against any chemical.
Skin:
SECTION VI 鈥? SPILL AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Store only in tightly closed containers. Store at standard room temperature.
Handling/Storage:
Use a sponge to soak up small spills, washing contaminated area with water. Wear appropriate
Spills:
gloves. For larger spills, use any absorbent material appropriate for liquid spills.
PRESERVE has a low level of aquatic toxicity and will not inhibit bacteria in effluent if properly
Waste Disposal methods:
introduced into a biological treatment facility. In most municipalities, PRESERVE can be discarded
down the drain. Check with local waste water treatment facilities for final approval.
This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to the best knowledge of Energy Beam Sciences
Inc. The data on this sheet relates to the specific material designated. Energy Beam Sciences Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use or
reliance upon these data.
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