PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION SECTION 1 Company Identification Name: Becton Dickinson Medical Systems Address: 1 Becton Drive Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417 Telephone Number: 801.565.2300 FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE, OR ACCIDENT: In the continental U.S., call 888.237.2762 For additional information, call: 801.565.2300 COMPOSITION INFORMATION SECTION 2 Water-based solution of surfactants and Chlorhexidine Gluconate. Chemical Name Percent (wt) CAS RTECS Number Number Isopropyl Alcohol 4.0 000067-63-0 NT8050000 Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) 2.0 018472-51-0 DU1950000 X OSHA REGULATORY STATUS This material is classified as not hazardous under OSHA regulations. While this material is not classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations, this MSDS contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. This MSDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of the product. This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION SECTION 3 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Clear, pink / red liquid that presents little or no hazard when spilled. May produce toxic fumes in a fire. Keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. D14520 (Page 1 of 6)
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION SECTION 3 (CONTINUED) POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS Eyes: CHG is irritating to the eye and should not be used as a preoperative skin preparation of the periorbital or eyelid areas. Misuse of CHG has been reported to cause serious and permanent eye injury when it has been permitted to enter and remain in the eye during surgical procedures. Ears: CHG has been reported to cause deafness when instilled in the middle ear through perforated eardrums. Skin: Possible irritation, defatting, and drying of skin in sensitive individuals. Inhalation: The vapor has anaesthetic properties, and when inhaled at concentrations above the occupational exposure limit, may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness, loss of coordination, and unconsciousness. Ingestion: No information available. Other: Avoid contact with meninges. If any adverse reaction should occur, discontinue use immediately. FIRST AID MEASURES SECTION 4 Seek medical attention in all cases of overexposure. FIRST AID MEASURES Eyes: Flush thoroughly with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes. Ears: Flush ear with water; repeat several times. Skin: Flush thoroughly with copious amounts of water. Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Treat with gastric lavage using milk, egg white, or mild soap. Inhalation: Remove patient from exposure; keep warm and at rest. Note to Physician: Symptomatic treatment and supportive therapy as indicated. For further detail, consult the prescribing D14520 (Page 2 of 6)
information. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES SECTION 5 Flammability Properties Flash Point / Method: Flammability Limits: (in air % by volume) Autoignition Temperature: Hazardous Combustion Products: Extinguishing Media: Firefighting Instructions: Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: LEL: UEL: Water, foam, or carbon dioxide. Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray. As in any fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSHapproved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. May produce toxic fumes of ammonia, hydrogen chloride, and oxides of carbon and nitrogen. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES - SECTION 6 Small Spill: Dilute with copious amounts of water and flush to sewer. Large Spill: Absorb spills with sand, earth, or any other suitable material. Transfer to container for disposal. Do not allow to enter drains, sewers, or watercourses. Wash the area with water and flush to a sewer serviced by a wastewater treatment facility. HANDLING & STORAGE SECTION 7 Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, ears, and mouth. Follow procedures specified in the National Fire Protection Association Codes and Standards for handling combustible liquids. D14520 (Page 3 of 6)
Storage: Store at room temperature and keep container tightly closed. Protect from light. Avoid excessive heat (>104 F) EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION SECTION 8 Engineering Controls: N/A Personal Protective Equipment Eye/Face Protection: Goggles, full-face shield in addition if splashing is possible. Skin Protection: N/A Respiratory Protection: If needed, use NIOSH approved respirator for organic vapors. General Hygiene No other special protective equipment is needed to Considerations: use this product safely when manufacturer s directions are followed. Exposure Guidelines OSHA PEL: (Isopropyl Alcohol) 400ppm ACGIH TLV: (Isopropyl Alcohol) 400ppm PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES SECTION 9 Physical State: Liquid Appearance: Clear, pink / red Odor: Perfumed, faint alcohol odor Molecular Weight: ph: 6.0 to 7.5 Boiling Point: 207 F Melting Point: N/A Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Vapor Density (Air=1): D14520 (Page 4 of 6)
Solubility in Water: Soluble Specific Gravity/Density: 1.06 Evaporation Rate: Same as water STABILITY & REACTIVITY SECTION 10 Stability: Conditions to Avoid: Materials to Avoid: Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hazardous Polymerization: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Storage above 40 C (104 F) over long periods. Keep from freezing. Strong oxidizing agents, anionic compounds. Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, ammonia. Will not occur. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION SECTION 11 No human data is available for this product. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION SECTION 12 Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Low toxicity to sewage microorganisms. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION SECTION 13 Disposal should be in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Discarded product is not a hazardous waste under RCRA, 40 CFR 261. Empty container retains product residue. Observe all hazard precautions. TRANSPORT INFORMATION - SECTION 14 Not classified as dangerous for transport. Proper Shipping Name: N/A Hazard Class UN Number Packing Group N/A N/A N/A Required Labels: N/A D14520 (Page 5 of 6)
DOT REQUIREMENTS: N/A IATA REQUIREMENTS: N/A IMDG REQUIREMENTS: N/A REGULATORY INFORMATION SECTION 15 OSHA TSCA CERCLA SARA Title III US REGULATIONS Isopropyl Alcohol is listed on the TSCA Chemical Substances inventory. This product does not contain any chemicals subject to the reporting regulations of SARA Section 313. OTHER INFORMATION - SECTION 16 Definitions: = Unknown N/A = Not Applicable To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither Becton Dickinson nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability 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. The possibility exists that the EU will not recognize this MSDS due to the fact that several components of the MSDS are reflective of ANSI Z-400.1-1998. Although ILO (International Labor Organization) has adopted ANSI Z-400.1-1998, ultimate disposition lies with the competent authority. D14520 (Page 6 of 6)
Revision Number Revision Date NEW 11/16/01 D14520 (Page 7 of 6)