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Material Safety Data Sheet

Prod. No's. 18021, 18026 Poly-L-Lysine 

Issue Date (10-09-97)

Review Date (12-20-02)


Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Poly-L-Lysine Solution

Synonym: P8920

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.


Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Hazardous Description: Information regarding the specific chemical identity of this material is being withheld as a trade secret of the manufacturer.

 

Principle Hazardous Component(s)
(chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)

%

OSHA
PEL

mg/m3

ACGIH 
TLV mg/m3

NTP

IARC

OSHA
regulated

(Not given)

ND

ND

ND

ND

ND

ND


Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Clear liquid.

Immediate effects: Caution, substance not fully tested.  Harmful.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Skin contact, inhalation, and ingestion.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: Irritation. 
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.

Skin: May cause skin irritation.

Ingestion: NIF

Inhalation: May cause irritation to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract system.

Chronic Exposure: Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.  Exposure may affect cell growth rate and morphology.

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)


Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Skin Contact: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND


Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: NA
Flammable Limits: NA

Auto-ignition point: NA
Fire Extinguishing Media: Noncombustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Noncombustible.

Hazardous combustion products: NIF

DOT Class: ND


Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves. Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate area and spill site after material pickup is complete.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.


Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Keep tightly closed.  Store in a cool dry place.

Storage temperature:  Cool, dry place.

Storage Pressure: NIF


Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Mechanical exhaust required.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator

Protective gloves: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Skin protection: ND
Eye protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Additional clothing and/or equipment:  Safety shower and eye bath.

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)


Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Liquid

Odor (threshold): ND

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): ND

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): ND

Vapor Density (air=1):  ND

Percent Volatile by volume: ND

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): ND

Boiling Point: ND

Freezing point / melting point:  ND
pH: ND
Solubility in Water: ND
Molecular Weight: ND


Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:  ND
Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur.


Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed:  ND

Human experience: ND

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.


Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: ND

Chemical Fate Information: ND


Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: ND

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.


Section 14: Transportation Information

Not regulated.


Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: NIF

SARA Title III: NIF

RCRA: NIF

TSCA: NIF

CERCLA: NIF

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: NIF

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: NIF

Europe EINECS Numbers: NIF

 


Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: NIF

European Risk and Safety Phrases: Caution, substance not fully tested.  Harmful.

European symbols needed:  NIF

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: NIF

Hazard Rating: Health: ND; Fire: ND; Reactivity: ND
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data


Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

 MSDS Form 0013F1 V2