Material Safety Data Sheet
Date revised: 9-01-08
Section 1
Contact Information
ProHisto, LLC
7001 St. Andrews Rd.
Ste. 333
Columbia, SC 29212
803-407-0506
Identification of the Substance
Catalog number: AA4
Product name: Amplifying IHC Wash Buffer
Section 2
Composition of Ingredients
Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Components
This product contains no substances which at their final concentration, are considered to be hazardous to health.
This product is composed of a tris- saline buffer containing Tween-20.
Section 3
Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
This product contains no substances which at their final concentration, are considered to be hazardous to health.
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: Not available.
Skin: Not available.
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: Not available.
Specific Effects:
Carcinogenic e:ffects: Not available.
Mutagenic effects: Not available.
Reproductive toxicity: Not available.
Sensitization: Not available.
Target Organ Effects: Not available.
Section 4
First Aid Measures
Skin contact: Washoff with water.
Eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with water, preferably at an eye wash station.
Ingestion: Immediately contact medical professional. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Notes to physician: Not available.
Section 5
Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing material: Dry chemical
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Wear self- contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
Section 6
Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment.
Method for cleaning spill: Soak with inert absorbant material.
Section 7
Handling and Storage
Handling: No special handling advice required.
Storage: Store at room temperature in properly labeled container.
Section 8
Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Engineering controls: Ensure adequate ventilation is available. Ensure eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to work-station locations.
Personal Protection:
Eyes: Splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
Body: Lab coat.
Hands: Latex or nitrile gloves.
Respiratory: Respirator is not needed if exposure is kept below established limits.
Section 9
Physical and Chemical Properties
General Information
Form: Liquid
Health Safety and Environmental Information
Boiling point/range: No data available.
Melting point/range: No data available.
Flash point: No data available.
Auto ignition temperature: No data available.
Oxidizing properties: No data available.
Water solubility: Soluble.
Section 10
Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable.
Materials to avoid: No data available.
Hazardous decomposition products: No data available.
Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Section 11
Toxicological Information
Acute toxicity
Principle routes of exposure/Potential health effects
Eyes: Not available.
Skin: Not available.
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: Not available.
Specific Effects
Carcinogenic e:ffects: Not available.
Mutagenic effects: Not available.
Reproductive toxicity: Not available.
Sensitization: Not available.
Target Organ effects: No data available.
Note on toxicological effects on humans
To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this product have not been thoroughly investigated.
Section 12
Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: No data available.
Mobility: No data available.
Biodegradation: Inherently biodegradable.
Bioaccumulation: Does not bioaccumulate.
Section 13
Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in accordance to local, state, and federal regulations.
Section 14
Transport Information
IATA
Proper shipping name: Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
Hazard class: No data available.
Subsidiary Class: No data available.
Packing Group: No data available.
UN-No: No data available.
Section 15
HCS Classification:
Irritating substance.
Target organ effects.
Label requirements (Europe)
R20- Harmful by inhalation.
R34- Causes burns.
S1/2- Keep away from children.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with water and seek medical advice.
S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S39- Wear eye/ face protection.
S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
S46-If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
U.S. Federal Regulations:
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Tris-Hcl; Tween-20, DIUF Water.
