SAFETY DATA SHEET
Glutaraldehyde solution 2.0% in 0.1M phosphate buffer, pH 7.4
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Glutaraldehyde
Other Names:
Synonyms
Product Number(s):
C16536-05; 16536-05; 16536-10; 16536-SP
CAS Number:
111-30-8
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Mixture
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
H315: Causes skin irritation
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318: Causes serious eye damage
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318: Causes serious eye damage
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Precautionary Statement(s)
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P321: Specific treatment (see on this label).
P342+P311: IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P304+P341:IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P333+P313: IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water.
P405: Store locked up.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P321: Specific treatment (see on this label).
P342+P311: IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P304+P341:IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P333+P313: IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water.
P405: Store locked up.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations
Primary route(s) of entry
Human Health
Inhalation:
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Ingestion:
Eyes:
Can cause serious eye damage
Skin:
Causes skin irritation and allergic reaction
Environment
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Glutaraldehyde
111-30-8
≤ 2,5%
Not Available
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air and to be sure call for a doctor.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
Other Information
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.
Environmental precautions
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Glutaraldehyde
0.05 ppm
0.2 mg/m³
0.2 ppm
0.8 mg/m³
Engineering controls
Not applicable
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles
Skin protection
Protective gloves :The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product.
Body protection
Not applicable
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use
respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Fluid
Odour
Characteristic
pH
7.4
Vapour Pressure
23 hPa (17 mm Hg) at 20 °C (68 °F)
Density
Not determined
Boiling Point
Not determined
Melting Point
Not determined
Solubility
Fully miscible
Specific Gravity of Density
Not determined
Flash Point
Not determined
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not determined
Ignition Temperature
Product is not selfigniting
Formula
Water 98%
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No dangerous decomposition products known.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
Oral LD50 134 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 2560 mg/kg (rabbit)
Dermal LD50 2560 mg/kg (rabbit)
Eye contact
Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury.
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes
Sensitization possible through skin contact
Sensitization possible through skin contact
Ingestion
Not determined
Inhalation
Sensitization possible through inhalation.
Toxicity and irritation
Harmful and Irritant
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Harmful to fish
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
Harmful to fish
Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Harmful to aquatic organisms
Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Harmful to aquatic organisms
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
UN Number
Not applicable
Proper shipping name
Not applicable
Transport hazard class
Not applicable
Packing group
Not applicable
Environmental hazard
Not applicable
Special precautions for users
Not applicable
Additional information
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
Not applicable
Other Information
Not applicable
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
9 December 2021
Comments
This informationis based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractal relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.