Material Safety Data Sheet acc. to ISO/DIS 11014

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1 Page 1 of 6 1 Identification of substance: Product Details: MSDS Number: VS Issue Date: September 30, 2004 Supersedes: VS ECO No.: ECO20025 Catalog Numbers: , Manufacturer/Supplier: BD Diagnostics, Preanalytical Systems 1 Becton Drive Franklin Lakes, NJ, Information Department: BD Diagnostics, Preanalytical Systems Technical Service, (800) Emergency Information: In case of a chemical emergency, spill, fire, exposure, or accident contact BD Diagnostics, Preanalytical Systems, at (308) , or ChemTrec at (800) Composition/Data on components: Description: Chemical name: Ammonium Oxalate Sorenson s Phosphate Synonyms: Ammonium Oxalate: Diammonium oxalate, monohydrate; Ethanedoic acid, diammonium salt; monohydrate; Oxalic acid, diammonium salt monohydrate CAS No.: Ammonium Oxalate: Sorenson s Phosphate: Quantity: Ammonium Oxalate: mg Sorenson s Phosphate: 1.98 mg Exposure limits: None established 3 Hazards identification: Hazard description: EU: This product contains no hazardous constituents, or the concentration of all chemical constituents are below the regulatory threshold limits described by European Directive 91/155/EEC, and 93/112/EC. This product does not have to be labeled due to the calculation procedure for the General Classification guideline for preparations of the EU in the latest valid version. U.S.: May cause irritation to the skin and respiratory tract. May cause severe irritation to the eyes. Ingestion may be harmful and possibly fatal. Primary route(s) of entry: skin, eyes, inhalation, and ingestion. Health effects: Acute Exposure Effects: Eye: Severely irritating to the eyes. May cause redness or pain. Skin: May cause redness, pain or swelling.

2 Page 2 of 6 Inhalation: May cause irritation of the nose, mouth, or throat, causing coughing or choking. Ingestion: May cause headache, cramps, muscle pain, drop in blood pressure, poisoning, or coma. May be fatal. Repeated Exposure Effects: Skin: May cause dermatitis. Inhalation: May cause pulmonary edema. Ingestion: May cause kidney stones or bladder stones. Medical conditions which might be aggravated: None identified. Environmental effects: None available Physical hazards: Avoid generating dust. Classification system: The classification was made according to the latest editions of international substances lists, and expanded upon from company and literature data. NFPA ratings (scale 0-4): Health =2 Fire = 0 Reactivity = 1 Specific Hazard = 2 HMIS ratings (scale 0-4): Health = 2 Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 1 4 First aid measures: General information: After skin contact: Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 20 minutes. After eye contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 30 minutes. After inhalation: Move the exposed person to fresh air. Seek medical attention. After Swallowing: Do not induce vomiting. Immediately give 10 oz. of water to dilute. Immediately seek medical attention. Information for doctor: Show this label 5 Fire fighting measures: Suitable extinguishing agents: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. Protective equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operating in positive pressure mode.

3 Page 3 of 6 6 Accidental release measures: Person-related safety precautions: Avoid overexposure. Wear suitable protective clothing. Measures for environmental protection: None identified Measures for cleaning/collecting: Contain with absorbant material which will not react with material. Place into suitable, covered, labeled container. Flush area with water. Additional information: None 7 Handling and storage: Handling: Information for safe handling: Avoid generating dust. Information about protection against explosions and fires: Avoid generating dust. Storage: Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep out of direct sunlight. Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store away from incompatible materials. Further information about storage conditions: Protect from damage. 8 Exposure controls and personal protection: Additional information about design of technical systems: Use local exhaust ventilation system. Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: None established Additional information: None Personal Protective Equipment: General protective and hygienic measures: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Breathing equipment: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved dust respirator if dust levels become high. Protection of hands: Use impervious gloves. Eye protection: Use chemical safety goggles. Body protection: Wear coveralls and long sleeves. 09 Physical and chemical properties: General Information: Form: Liquid Color: Colorless Odor: Odorless Change in condition: Undetermined

4 Page 4 of 6 Melting point/melting range: 0 C Boiling point/boiling range: 100 C Flash point: Not applicable Flammability (solid, gaseous): Not applicable Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard Vapor pressure: 23 hpa Density: 1g/cm 3 Solubility in/miscibility w/h2 O: Not miscible or difficult to mix ph-value: Not applicable Solids content: 1.2% 10 Stability and reactivity: Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications. Materials to be avoided: May react violently with strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. Dangerous reactions: Stable; may react violently with incompatible materials. Dangerous products of decomposition: None identified 11 Toxicological information: Acute toxicity: Ingestion: Part of this material caused severe ulcerations of the gastro-intestinal tract when 1000mg was given to monkeys. Primary irritant effect: On the skin: None identified On the eye: None identified Sensitization: Not established Additional toxicological information: The product is not subject to OSHA classification according to internally approved calculation methods for preparations. When used according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects according to our experience and the information provided to us. 12 Ecological information: Ecotoxicological effects: Other information: No data is available on the adverse effects of this material on the environment. Nether COD nor BOD data are available. General notes: None

5 Page 5 of 6 13 Disposal considerations: Product: Recommendation Smaller quantities may be disposed of with household waste. Disposal should be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Disposal must be made according to the regulations found in 40 CFR 261. This product is not a RCRA hazardous waste. Uncleaned packagings: Recommendation Disposal should be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Disposal must be made according to the regulations found in 40 CFR 261. This product is not a RCRA hazardous waste. Recommended cleansing agent Water, if necessary with cleansing agents General notes: None 14 Transport information: Note: The information contained in this section only applies to transport of full case cartons DOT regulations: Not regulated Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border): Not regulated Maritime transport IMDG: Not regulated Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR: Not regulated 15 Regulations: SARA Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances): Substances not listed SARA Section 302 (extremely hazardous substances): Substances not listed SARA Section 304 (Reportable Quantity (RQ) under CERCLA): 5000lbs. (ammonium oxalate) SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings): Substances not listed Hazardous chemical(s) under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR ): None TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Inventory: Substances listed California Proposition 65 Chemicals Known to Cause Cancer: Substances not listed California Proposition 65 Chemicals Known to Cause Reproductive Toxicity: Substance listed: Thimerosal (mercury complex) Carncinogenicity categories IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer): Substances not listed NTP (National Toxicology Program): Substances not listed TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH): Substances not listed Product related hazard information: None

6 Page 6 of 6 National regulations: This product is not subject to identification regulations under EU Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials (German GefStoffV). Water hazard class: Not Available 16 Other information: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither BD or any of its subsidiaries assumes any liabilities whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. Department issuing MSDS: Regulatory Affairs