SAFETY DATA SHEET. 1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

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1 SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking Identification of the substance/preparation Product name Hexadecyl Pyridinium Chloride cristalline Company/Undertaking Identification Life Technologies 5791 Van Allen Way PO Box 6482 Carlsbad, CA LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED 3 FOUNTAIN DRIVE INCHINNAN BUSINESS PARK PAISLEY, PA4 9RF SCOTLAND hour Emergency Response: Outside of the U.S For veterinary in vitro diagnostic use only. Not for use in human diagnostic procedures. GHS - Classification 2. Hazards identification In accordance with local and national regulations, The product is classified and labelled in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC. REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC. Signal word Danger Page 1 / 7

2 Health hazard Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ systemic toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Physical hazards not hazardous Hazard statements H301 - Toxic if swallowed H315 - Causes skin irritation H318 - Causes serious eye damage H330 - Fatal if inhaled H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life Precautionary statements P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention European Union EU Specific Hazard Statements R-phrase(s) R25 - Toxic if swallowed R26 - Very toxic by inhalation R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Page 2 / 7

3 S-phrase(s) S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing S37 - Wear suitable gloves S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible) S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets Principle Routes of Exposure/ Potential Health effects Eyes Skin Inhalation Ingestion Specific effects Carcinogenic effects Mutagenic effects Reproductive toxicity Sensitisation Target Organ Effects Irritating to eyes. Irritating to skin. Irritating to respiratory system. May be harmful by inhalation. May be harmful if swallowed. Central nervous system (CNS) 3. Composition/information on ingredients CAS-No. EINECS-No. Weight percent We recommend handling all chemicals with caution. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Skin contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water. Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Ingestion Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Inhalation Move to fresh air. Notes to physician Treat symptomatically. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable extinguishing media Special protective equipment for firefighters Dry chemical. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions Methods for cleaning up Use personal protective equipment. Soak up with inert absorbent material. Page 3 / 7

4 Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. See Section 12 for additional information. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Storage Wear personal protective equipment. Keep in properly labelled containers. 8. Exposure controls/personal protection Exposure limits EU OEL (TWA) EU OEL (STEL) EU Skin Notation Austria Belgium (TWA) Denmark (TWA) Finland OEL (TWA) France OEL (VME) Germany OEL (TWA) Ireland (TWA) Italy OEL (TWA) Netherlands OEL (MAC) Spain OEL (TWA) United Kingdom European Union United Kingdom France OEL (VME) Germany OEL (TWA) Italy OEL (TWA) Portugal Netherlands OEL (MAC) Finland OEL (TWA) Austria Denmark Poland Switzerland Ireland Norway Spain OEL (TWA) Engineering measures Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Personal protective equipment Personal Protective Equipment requirements are dependent on the user institution's risk assessment and are specific to the risk assessment for each laboratory where this material may be used. Page 4 / 7

5 Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment. Hand protection Eye protection Skin and body protection Hygiene measures Environmental exposure controls Impervious gloves. Safety glasses with side-shields. Lightweight protective clothing. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Prevent product from entering drains. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES General Information Form Appearance Odour Boiling Point/Range Melting point/range Flash point Autoignition temperature oxidising properties Water solubility liquid No data available 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Materials to avoid Hazardous decomposition products polymerisation. Acids. Acid anhydrides. Acid chlorides. Strong oxidising agents. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity LD50 (oral,rat/mouse) LD50 (dermal,rat/rabbit) LC50 (inhalation,rat/mouse) No data available No data available No data available Principle Routes of Exposure/ Potential Health effects Eyes Skin Inhalation Ingestion Carcinogenic effects Mutagenic effects Reproductive toxicity Sensitisation Irritating to eyes. Irritating to skin. Irritating to respiratory system May be harmful by inhalation May be harmful if swallowed. Page 5 / 7

6 Target Organ Effects Central nervous system (CNS) 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity effects. Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Mobility. Biodegradation. Bioaccumulation 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION IATA Proper shipping name Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. ( ) Hazard class 6.1 Subsidiary Class Packing group II UN-No Regulatory information International Inventories EINECS - ELINCS ENCS - - PICCS - AICS KECL DSL NDSL OTHER INFORMATION Reason for Revision (M)SDS sections updated For veterinary in vitro diagnostic use only. Not for use in human diagnostic procedures. The above information was acquired by diligent search and/or investigation and the recommendations are based on prudent application of professional judgment. The information shall not be taken as being all inclusive and is to be used only as a guide. All materials and mixtures may present unkown hazards and should be used with caution. Since the Company cannot control the actual methods, volumes, or conditions of use, the Company shall not be held liable for any damages or losses resulting from the handling or from contact with the product as described herein. THE INFORMATION IN THIS MSDS DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A WARRENTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PUPOSE. Page 6 / 7

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