GLYCEROL FORMAL 500ML by Letco Medical Safety Data Sheet Section 1: Identification Common Name/Trade Name GLYCEROL FORMAL Supplier Information Letco Medical, LLC 1316 Commerce Drive NW Decatur, AL 35601 1 (800) 239-5288 +1 (734) 843-4693 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Chemtrec 1 (800) 424-9300 (24 hours) Product Synonym(s) 1,2,3-Propanetriol Glycerin Relevant Use(s) of Product Manuf acture or Compounding of Substances Section 2: Hazards Identification Classification of Substance or Mixture Not a hazardous substance or mixture. Signal Word None Hazard Statement(s) N/A Pictogram(s) N/A Precautionary Statement(s) N/A Hazards Not Otherwise Classified No data available Ingredient(s) with Unknown Toxicity No data available Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients Chemical Name 1,2,3-Propanetriol Glycerin Common Name Glycerol CAS Number 4740-78-7 Impurities and/or Stabilizing Additives No data available Section 4: First Aid Measures General Advice Consult a physician. Show this saf ety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Move out of dangerous area. If Inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artif icial respiration. In Case of Skin Contact Wash of f with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. In Case of Eye Contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water f or at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. If Swallowed Never give anything to an unconscious person. Rinse with water. Consult a physician. Most Important Symptoms and Effects The most important known symptoms and ef f ects are described in labeling (see section 2.2) and/or section 11. Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures Suitable Extinguishing Media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant f oam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance/Mixture Carbon oxides Special PPE and/or Precautions for Firefighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus f or f ire f ighting if necessary. Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapours, mist, or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Methods and Materials Used for Containment Soak up and inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed containers f or disposal. Cleanup Procedures Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed containers f or disposal. Do not let product enter drains. Page 1 of 4 Section 7: Handling and Storage Precautions for Safe Handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Conditions for Safe Storage Keep container tightly closed in a dry well-ventilated place. Hygroscopic Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Components with Workplace Control Parameters Component: Glycerol CAS-No. 56-81-5 Value TWA Control parameters 10 mg/m3 Basis USA. OSHA-TABLE Z-1 Limits f or Air Contaminants-1910.1000. Value TWA Control parameters 5mg/m3f OSHA Table Z-1 Limits f or Air Contaminants-1910.1000 Value TWA 10 mg/m3 USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Remarks Upper Respiratory Tract irritation Value TWA Control parameters 5 mg/m3 Basis USA. Occupational Expose Limits (OSHA)-Table Z-1 Limits f or Air Contaminants Value TWA Control parameters 15 mg/m3 Basis USA. Occupational Expose Limits (OSHA) Table Z-1 Limits f or Air Contaminants. Appropriate Engineering Controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and saf ety practice. Wash hands bef ore breaks and at the end of the workday. PPE - Eye/Face Protection Saf ety glasses with side-shields conf orming to EN166 Use equipment f or eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166 (EU) PPE - Skin Protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surf ace) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminate gloves af ter use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. PPE - Body Protection Impervious clothing. They type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specif ic workplace. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surf ace) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminate gloves af ter use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. PPE - Respiratory Protection Where risk assessment shows air-purif ying respirators are appropriate use a f ull-f ace respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a f ull-f ace supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Form: Liquid Colour: Colourless Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits No data available Odor odourless Vapor Pressure 0.0033 hPa (0.0025 mmHg) at 50 �C (122 �F) Odor Threshold No data available Vapor Density 3.18 - (Air = 1.0) pH 5.5 - 8 Relative Density 1.25 g/mL Relative vapor density 3.18 - (Air = 1.0) Melting Point/Freezing Point Melting point/range: 20 �C (68 �F) Solubility Water soluble Initial Boiling Point and Boiling Range 182 �C (360 �F) at 27 hPa (20 mmHg) Flash Point 160 �C (320 �F) - closed cup Evaporation Rate No data available Flammability (Solid, Gas) No data available Partition Coefficient No data available Auto-Ignition Temperature No data available Decomposition Temperature No data available Viscosity No data available Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Reactivity No data available Chemical Stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions No data available Conditions to Avoid No data available Incompatible Materials Strong bases, Strong oxidizing agents Hazardous Decomposition Products Other decomposition products-No data available Page 2 of 4 Section 11: Toxicological Information Acute Toxicity - LD50 Oral LD50 Oral - rat - 12,600 mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Inhalation No data available Acute Toxicity - Dermal LD50 Dermal - rabbit - > 10,000 mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Eye Eyes-rabbit Result: Mild eye irritation-24h Skin Corrosion/Irritation Skin-rabbit Results: Mild eye irritation 24h Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Eyes-rabbit Results: Mild eye irritation-24 h Respiratory or Skin Sensitazation No data available Germ Cell Mutagenicity No data available Carcinogenicity IARC No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identif ied as probable, possible or conf irmed human carcinogen by IARC. Carcinogenicity ACGIH No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identif ied as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH. Carcinogenicity NTP No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identif ied as known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP. Carcinogenicity OSHA No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identif ied as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA. Reproductive Toxicity No data available Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure No data available Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure No data available Aspiration Hazard No data available Section 12: Ecological Information Toxicity No data available Persistence and Degradability No data available Bio-accumulative Potential No data available Mobility in Soil No data available Other Adverse Effects No data available Section 13: Disposal Considerations Waste Treatment Methods Product Of f er surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Waste Treatment Methods Packaging Dispose of unused product Special Precautions Landfill or Incinerations No data available Other Information No data available Section 14: Transport Information UN Number Not dangerous goods. UN Proper Shipping Name N/A Transport Hazard Class(es) N/A Packaging Group N/A Environmental Hazards N/A Section 15: Regulatory Information REACH No. A registration number is not available f or this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not require a registration is envisaged f or a later registration deadline. SARA 302 Components: 302 Components: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302. SARA 313 Components: SARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313. SARA 311/312 Hazards Chronic Health Hazards. Massachusetts Right To Know Components: Glycerol CAS-No. 56-81-5 Revision Date 2007-03-01 Pennsylvania Right To Know Glycerol CAS-No. 56-81-5 Revision Date 2007-03-01. New Jersey Right To Know Components: Glycerol CAS-No. 56-81-5 Revision Date 2007-03-01. Calif ornia Prop. 65 Components: This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of Calif ornia to cause cancer, birth def ects, or any other reproductive harm. Page 3 of 4 Section 16: Other Information Additional Information Prepared By Lisa Russell Revision Date 01/08/2019 16:05 Disclaimer Letco Medical, LLC believes that the above information is correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. If the product is used as a component in another product, this information may not be applicable. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE. Letco Medical shall not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting from handling, storage, use or from contact with the above product. Page 4 of 4
