1.1 Product identification Cellulose sponge pre-moistened with Dey/Engley (DE) neutralizing broth. Causes serious eye irritation

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1 Cellulose Sponge Pre-moistened with Dey/Engley Broth Section 1: Identification of Product and Manufacturer 1.1 Product identification Product name: Product code: Cellulose sponge pre-moistened with Dey/Engley (DE) neutralizing broth BS10DE / SH10DE / SV10DE 1.2 Relevant identified uses of product and restrictions on use Recommended use: Microbiological testing Restrictions on use: No information available 1.3 Details of the supplier of the product and safety data sheet Manufacturer Qualicum Scientific Ltd/Solar Biologicals Inc. 15 Capella Ct, Unit 128 Ottawa, ON, K2E 7X1 Telephone: Facsimile: solar@solarbiologicals.com 1.4 Emergency telephone number Section 2: Hazards Identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Skin sensitizer (category I) 2.2 Label elements Signal word Symbols Warning Exclamation mark Pictogram(s) Hazard statement Precautionary statements Prevention: Response: Causes mild skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Wear gloves Wear eye/face protection Do not remove contaminated work clothing from the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. If buffer gets in your eyes, wash your eyes with lots of water. Consult a doctor if irritation occurs. If buffer gets on your skin, wash your skin with mild soap and water. Consult a doctor if irritation occurs. Page 1 of 7

2 Disposal: Dispose of product in accordance with applicable local/regional/national regulations HMIS Hazard Classification Health 1 Flammability 0 Reactivity Other hazards Section 3: Composition, Information on Ingredients 3.1 Substances or mixtures Ingredients CAS # Weight (%) TLV Units Water Not relevant Casein enzymatic N/A 0.5 Not established hydrolysate Yeast extract Not established Dextrose Not established Sodium thiosulfate Not established Sodium thioglycolate Not established Sodium bisulfite ACGIH TWA 5 mg/m 3 Lecithin Not established Tween 80 (polysorbate) Not established Bromocresol purple Not established Cellulose sponge N/A N/A Not established Ingredients not listed by name are proprietary to Qualicum Scientific Ltd and considered a trade secret. These ingredients may be disclosed only in a medical emergency. Section 4: First Aid Measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures Inhalation Unlikely route of exposure. Consult a doctor if you feel unwell. Skin contact Wash skin with mild soap and water. Rinse thoroughly. If irritation occurs, consult a doctor. Eye contact Remove contact lenses if applicable and/or possible. Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, including upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, consult a doctor. Ingestion Unlikely route of exposure. This product is not intended for consumption. However, consult a doctor if you did ingest. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed See Section Information on toxicological effects. 4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Not applicable Page 2 of 7

3 Section 5: Firefighting Measures 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, and foam; that is, any fire extinguishing method that is suitable for the surrounding conditions. Unsuitable extinguishing media 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazardous combustion products occurring during combustion Carbon monoxide Carbon dioxide 5.3 Advice for firefighters No specific protective actions are expected. Section 6: Accidental Release Measures 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist, or gas. Observe precautions from other sections. 6.2 Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Collect the spill and place in a closed container approved by appropriate authorities. Clean residue with water. 6.4 Reference to other sections Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7, 8 and 13 Section 7: Handling and Storage 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices Hygiene measures Avoid hand-mouth contact and contact with eyes and skin. Do not ingest or inhale. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeds. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of the workday. Product is intended for laboratory use only. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities No special storage requirements. Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection 8.1 Control parameters Exposure limits Components disclosed in Section 3 but not appearing in the table below does not carry established exposure limits. Chemical CAS # Agency/Country Limit type Comments Sodium bisulfite Not classified as a human ACGIH (USA) TWA: 5 mg/m carcinogen Canada (BC, ON, AB) TWA: 5 mg/m 3 Page 3 of 7

4 8.2 Exposure controls General The usual precautionary measures should be taken when handling chemicals. Keep away from food, beverages, and animal feed. Engineering measure Adequate ventilation to ensure the relevant exposure limits of mist/vapours/spray is low. Personal protective equipment Eye protection Recommended but not required under normal conditions of use Hand and skin protection Use gloves and protective clothing to prevent skin contact Respiratory protection Not normally required under normal conditions of use. However, an exposure assessment should be performed to determine the need for a respirator. Consult with your respiratory manufacturer to select the most suitable equipment. Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Sponge Buffer Physical state Solid Liquid Colour Orange Purple Odour Odourless Slight odour Odour threshold Not determined Not determined ph (at 20 C) No data available 7.6 ± 25 C Melting point No data available Not relevant Boiling point No data available 100 C (212 F) Flash point No data available Not relevant Auto/self-ignition temperature No data available Not relevant Decomposition temperature No data available No data available Self-igniting No data available Not relevant Explosive properties Not relevant Not relevant Vapour pressure Not relevant Negligible Vapour density Not relevant Negligible Relative density No data available g/ml (at 20 C / 68 F) Specific gravity Not relevant (Reference: Water = 1) Evaporation rate Not relevant Not relevant Water solubility Not relevant Complete Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) No data available No data available Viscosity Not relevant No data available Decomposition temperature No data available No data available 9.2 Other information No further relevant information is available Section 10: Stability and Reactivity 10.1 Reactivity Non-reactive under normal storage and handling conditions 10.2 Chemical stability Stable under normal storage and handling conditions Page 4 of 7

5 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions None under normal processing conditions 10.4 Conditions to avoid 10.5 Incompatible materials 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products Refer to Section 5.2 for decomposition products during fire. Section 11: Toxicological Information 11.1 Information on toxicological effects Toxicological data on ingredients may not reflect in the product as a whole since the ingredients may be below the threshold for labeling or not be available for exposure, or the data is irrelevant to the complete product. Product information This product does not have any acute toxicity hazards based on known or supplied information. Acute toxicity Ingredient Exposure route Value Complete product Ingestion No data available Dermal Estimated > 5,000 mg/kg Sodium bisulfite Inhalation (dust/mist) Estimated > 12.5 mg/l Inhalation (vapour) Estimated > 50 mg/l Ingestion Estimated 300 2,000 mg/kg Toxicological data for the components: Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified. Test data not available. Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified. Test data not available. Respiratory sensitization Not classified. Test data not available. Skin sensitization Not classified. Test data not available. Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified. Test data not available. Carcinogenicity Not classified (there are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product). Test data not available. Reproductive toxicity Not classified. Test data not available. Teratogenicity Not classified. Test data not available. Specific target organ toxicity single exposure Not classified. Test data not available. Specific target organ toxicity repeated exposure Not classified. Test data not available. Aspiration hazard Test data not available. Other health effects Inhalation Skin contact Eye contact Ingestion May cause respiratory tract irritation. Causes skin irritation May cause irritation Gastrointestinal irritation (abdominal pain/nausea/vomiting/diarrhea) Section 12: Ecological Information 12.1 Toxicity No relevant studies identified 12.2 Persistence and degradability No data available Page 5 of 7

6 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential No data available 12.4 Mobility in soil No data available 12.5 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment No assessment has been made Other adverse effects. Section 13: Disposal Considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods Sterilize used sponges before disposal by autoclaving or incinerating. Dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations. Employ a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Section 14: Transport Information DOT (US) Not a dangerous product IMDG Not a dangerous product IATA Not a dangerous product Special precautions for user No special precautions required Section 15: Regulatory Information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture WHMIS Classification Toxic material causing other toxic effects (subdivision D2B) Skin irritant Eye irritant 15.2 Chemical safety assessment Chemical Safety Assessment/Reports (CSA/CSR) have not been performed and are not required for mixtures Section 16: Other Information Legend ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists ATE Acute toxicity estimate GHS Globally Harmonized System HMIS Hazardous Material Information System IATA International Air Transport Association MARPOL International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PBT Persistent, bioaccumulative, toxic STOT Specific target organ toxicity TWA Time weighted average vpvb very persistent, very bioaccumulative Page 6 of 7

7 Classification method WHMIS Classification D2B Toxic material causing other toxic effects (skin irritant; eye irritant) GHS Classification Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2A Eye damage/irritation Changes since the previous edition Not relevant Training No special training is required, but a thorough knowledge of this safety data sheet should be a prerequisite condition. Other information This safety data sheet has been prepared in accordance with the Workplace Hazardous Information System (WHMIS) This program establishes the requirements for SDSs and is administered federally by Health Canada under the Hazardous Products Act (Part II) and the Controlled Products Regulations. Creation Date: 1 January 2001 Revision Date: 19 September 2016 Version: 1.0 Disclaimer: The information provided in this is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information provided herein is supplied only as a guide for the safe handling, storage, use, processing, transportation, and disposal and is not intended as a warranty of any kind. The information relates only to the materials provided and may not be valid when used in combination with other materials during any process. Qualicum Scientific Ltd/Solar Biologicals Inc. does not assume liabilities for the accuracy or completeness of information contained herein and assumes no liability resulting from use of this product. There may be unknown hazards associated with the materials and caution should be exercised when using the product. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. Page 7 of 7