3M MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Petrifilm Staph Express Count Plate 08/12/2002
Material Safety Data Sheet
Copyright, 2002, Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company. All rights reserved. Copying and/or downloading of this
information for the purpose of properly utilizing 3M products is allowed provided that: (1) the information is copied in full with no
changes unless prior written agreement is obtained from 3M, and (2) neither the copy nor the original is resold or otherwise distributed
with the intention of earning a profit thereon.
This material safety data sheet (MSDS) is provided as a courtesy in response to a customer request. This product is not regulated
under, and a MSDS is not required for this product by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) because,
when used as recommended or under ordinary conditions, it should not present a health and safety hazard. However, use or
processing of the product not in accordance with the product's recommendations or not under ordinary conditions may affect the
performance of the product and may present potential health and safety hazards.
SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Petrifilm Staph Express Count Plate
MANUFACTURER: 3M
DIVISION: Medical-Surgical Division
ADDRESS: 3M Center
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
EMERGENCY PHONE: 1-800-364-3577 or (651) 737-6501 (24 hours)
Issue Date: 08/12/2002
Supercedes Date: 07/02/2002
Document Group: 17-9421-3
Product Use:
Specific Use: Nutrient media plate for Staphylococcus aureus bacteria used in food and beverage
industry.
SECTION 2: INGREDIENTS
Ingredient C.A.S. No. % by Wt
Nutrient media coated on paper with foam retaining dam and film cover sheet ***** Missing Data 100
*****
SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
3.1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Specific Physical Form: Coated paper with foam retaining dam and translucent film sheet
Odor, Color, Grade: Lightly colored coated backing with translucent cover film, white retaining dam with no odor
General Physical Form: Solid
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Immediate health, physical, and environmental hazards: The environmental properties of this product present a low
environmental hazard. This product, when used under reasonable conditions and in accordance with the 3M directions for use, should
not present a health hazard. However, use or processing of the product in a manner not in accordance with the product's directions for
use may affect the performance of the product and may present potential health and safety hazards.
3.2 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Eye Contact:
No health effects are expected.
Skin Contact:
No health effects are expected.
Inhalation:
No health effects are expected.
Ingestion:
No health effects are expected.
3.3 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
This substance does not leach metals or other RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) listed TCLP (Toxic Characteristic
Leaching Procedure) hazardous substances at concentrations that would make the product a hazardous waste.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 FIRST AID PROCEDURES
The following first aid recommendations are based on an assumption that appropriate personal and industrial hygiene practices are
followed.
Eye Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated.
Skin Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated.
Inhalation: No need for first aid is anticipated.
If Swallowed: No need for first aid is anticipated.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
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Not Applicable
Autoignition temperature
Not Applicable
Flash Point
Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - LEL
Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - UEL
5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Use fire extinguishers with class B extinguishing agents (e.g., dry chemical, carbon dioxide).
5.3 PROTECTION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear full protective clothing, including helmet, self-contained, positive pressure or pressure
demand breathing apparatus, bunker coat and pants, bands around arms, waist and legs, face mask, and protective covering for
exposed areas of the head.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards are anticipated.
Note: See STABILITY AND REACTIVITY (SECTION 10) for hazardous combustion and thermal decomposition
information.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Accidental Release Measures: Not applicable.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 HANDLING
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. This product is considered to be an article which does not release or otherwise result in
exposure to a hazardous chemical under normal use conditions. Use general dilution ventilation and/or local exhaust ventilation to
control airborne exposures to below Occupational Exposure Limits. If ventilation is not adequate, use respiratory protection
equipment.
7.2 STORAGE
Not applicable.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Not applicable.
8.2 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
8.2.1 Eye/Face Protection
Not applicable. Avoid eye contact.
8.2.2 Skin Protection
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Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Gloves not normally required. Not applicable.
8.2.3 Respiratory Protection
Under normal use conditions, airborne exposures are not expected to be significant enough to require respiratory protection.
8.2.4 Prevention of Swallowing
Not applicable.
8.3 EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
None Established
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Coated paper with foam retaining dam and translucent film sheet
Specific Physical Form:
Lightly colored coated backing with translucent cover film, white
Odor, Color, Grade:
retaining dam with no odor
Solid
General Physical Form:
Not Applicable
Autoignition temperature
Not Applicable
Flash Point
Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - LEL
Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - UEL
Not Applicable
Boiling point
Not Applicable
Density
Not Applicable
Vapor Density
Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure
Not Applicable
Specific Gravity
Not Applicable
pH
Not Applicable
Melting point
Nil
Solubility in Water
Not Applicable
Evaporation rate
Not Applicable
Percent volatile
Not Applicable
Viscosity
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Materials and Conditions to Avoid: None known
Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition or By-Products
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Substance Condition
Carbon monoxide Oxidation, heat or reaction
Carbon dioxide Oxidation, heat or reaction
Hazardous Decomposition: Under recommended usage conditions, hazardous decomposition products are not expected. Hazardous
decomposition products may occur as a result of oxidation, heating, or reaction with another material.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Please contact the address listed on the first page of the MSDS for Toxicological Information on this material and/or its
components.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not Applicable
CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION
Not Applicable
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method: As a disposal alternative, After use the plate may contain potentially harmful micro-organisms; it is
important to follow current industry standards during disposal.
EPA Hazardous Waste Number (RCRA): Not regulated
Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations or authorities before disposal.
SECTION 14:TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ID Number(s):
70-2007-3453-4, 70-2007-3454-2
Please contact the emergency numbers listed on the first page of the MSDS for Transportation Information for this
material.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
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US FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Contact 3M for more information.
311/312 Hazard Categories:
Fire Hazard - No Pressure Hazard - No Reactivity Hazard - No Immediate Hazard - No Delayed Hazard - No
STATE REGULATIONS
Contact 3M for more information.
CHEMICAL INVENTORIES
This product is an article as defined by TSCA regulations, and is exempt from TSCA Inventory listing requirements.
Contact 3M for more information.
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
Contact 3M for more information.
This MSDS has been prepared to meet the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Hazard Classification
Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special Hazards: None
National Fire Protection Association Hazard Codes are designed for use by firefighters, sheriffs, or other emergency response teams who are
concerned with the hazards of burning or exploding materials. These NFPA codes are not intended to address the hazards of this product other than in
a fire situation.
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Revision Changes:
Section 3: Immediate other hazard(s) was modified.
Section 16: NFPA explanation was modified.
Section 3: Carcinogenicity information was deleted.
Section 6: Release measures note was deleted.
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