Revision Date 24-Sep IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

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1 Creation Date 22-Sep IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Revision Number 1 Product Name Cat No. Synonyms Recommended Use R In vitro diagnostic Company REMEL (EUROPE) LIMITED Remel House Clipper Boulevard West Crossways, Dartford Kent. DA2 6PT UK Tel: (+44) Fax: (+44) mbd-sds@thermofisher.com Entity / Business Name REMEL EUROPE LTD. REMEL HOUSE CLIPPER BOULEVARD WEST CROSSWAYS DARTFORD KENT DA2 6PT UK Emergency Telephone Number Carechem 24: +44 (0) HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION The product is classified as dangerous in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC or 67/548/EEC. R -phrase(s) R33 - Danger of cumulative effects R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Haz/Non-haz Component Weight % EC No. Classification EEC No T+;R26/27/28 R33 Phosphoric acid N;R C;R34 Page 1 / 7

2 For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section FIRST AID MEASURES Eye Contact Contact Ingestion Inhalation Notes to Physician Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. If symptoms persist, call a physician. Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Obtain medical attention. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention. Move to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Treat symptomatically. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear Flash Point Method Autoignition Temperature Not applicable 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions Environmental Precautions Methods for Containment and Clean Up Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so Soak up with inert absorbent material Keep in suitable and closed containers for disposal Page 2 / 7

3 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Storage Specific use(s) Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear personal protective equipment. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure limits Component European Union The United Belgium France Spain Germany Kingdom TWA 0.1 mg/m 3, VME 0.1 mg/m 3, Phosphoric acid STEL: 2 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 VME: 0.2 ppm VME: 1 mg/m 3 VLCT: 0.5 ppm VLCT: 2 mg/m 3 VLA-EC: 2 mg/m 3 VLA-ED: 1 mg/m 3 Component Italy Portugal The Netherlands Finland Austria STEL: 0.1 mg/m 3 MAK: 0.01 mg/m 3 Phosphoric acid TWA: 1 mg/m 3 STEL: 3 mg/m 3 STEL: 2 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 STEL: 2 mg/m 3 STEL: 2 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 STEL: 2 mg/m 3 MAK: 1 mg/m 3 Component Switzerland Poland Norway Ireland Denmark Australia TWA: 0.02 mg/m 3 TWA 0.01 mg/m 3, MAK: 0.01 mg/m 3 STEL 0.03 mg/m 3 Page 3 / 7

4 Component Switzerland Poland Norway Ireland Denmark Australia Phosphoric acid STEL: 2 mg/m 3 NDSCh: 2 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 STEL: 3 mg/m 3 MAK: 1 mg/m 3 NDS: 1 mg/m 3 STEL: 2 mg/m 3 TWA: 1 mg/m 3 Occupational exposure controls Engineering Measures Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Eye Protection and body protection Hand Protection Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced Tightly fitting safety goggles Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure Protective gloves Hygiene Measures Environmental exposure controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical State ph Boiling Point/Range Melting Point/Range Flash Point Liquid Not applicable Not applicable 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Conditions to Avoid Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous Reactions. Stable under recommended storage conditions. Incompatible products Strong oxidizing agents None under normal use No information available None under normal processing. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute Toxicity Page 4 / 7

5 Product Information Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed Component Information Component LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation 75 mg/kg (Rat) Chronic Toxicity Carcinogenicity Contains no ingredient listed as a carcinogen Sensitization Neurological Effects Mutagenic Effects Reproductive Effects Developmental Effects Target Organs Central nervous system (CNS), Kidney,, Eyes, Respiratory system. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity. Component Freshwater Algae Freshwater Fish Microtox Water Flea Phosphoric acid EC50 12 h 4.6 mg/l Persistence and Degradability Bioaccumulative Potential Mobility No information available 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste from Residues / Unused Products Contaminated Packaging Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Page 5 / 7

6 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION IMDG/IMO UN-No 2024 Hazard Class 6.1 Packing Group III Proper Shipping Name MERCURY COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S. ADR UN-No 2024 Hazard Class 6.1 Packing Group III Proper Shipping Name MERCURY COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S. IATA UN-No 2024 Hazard Class 6.1 Packing Group III Proper Shipping Name MERCURY COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION The product is classified as dangerous in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC or 67/548/EEC Labelling R -phrase(s) R33 - Danger of cumulative effects R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment S -phrase(s) S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible) Page 6 / 7

7 S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves International Inventories Component EINECS ELINCS NLP TSCA DSL NDSL PICCS ENCS CHINA AICS KECL - - X X - X - X X X Phosphoric acid - - X X - X X X X X 16. OTHER INFORMATION Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2-3 R33 - Danger of cumulative effects R34 - Causes burns R26/27/28 - Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Prepared By Creation Date Revision Date Revision Summary Restrictions on use Training advice Literary reference Regulatory Affairs 22-Sep Sep-2010 "***", and red text indicates revision Disclaimer The information provided on this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any process, unless specified in the text. End of Safety Data Sheet Page 7 / 7