Material Safety Datasheet for Sodium Azide (<1% / 153mM)

 

 

 

1 - Identification of the substance / preparation and of the company

Product name

Antibody with Sodium Azide (<1%/153mM) 

Supplier identification

Abcam plc
330 Cambridge Science Park
Cambridge
CB4 0FL
UK
Tel: +44 (0)1223 696000
Fax: +44 (0)1223 696001

 

Abcam Inc
1 Kendall Square, Ste 341
Cambridge, MA 02139-1517
USA
Tel: (617) 225-2272 or 888-77-ABCAM (22226) (US toll free)
Fax: (866) 739-9884 or (866) 457-9616 (both US toll free)

 

2 - Composition / information on hazardous ingredients

Component

Chemical name

% Conc.

CAS#

EC#

Classification
(pure ingredient)

Antibody

Sodium azide

<1% (w/v)

26628-22-8

247-852-1

T+: R28,R38;
N: R50/53

 

3 - Hazards identification

Classification of Product

Xn:
R22 - Harmful if swallowed
R32 - Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment

 

 

4 - First aid measures

Eye contact

In case of eye contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Seek medical attention if necessary.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if necessary.

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Do NOT induce vomiting. If large quantities of this material are swallowed call a physician immediately.

 

5 - Fire fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media

Suitable: Dry chemical powder. Unsuitable: Do not use water.

Special risks

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions

Special Protective Equipment

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

 

6 - Accidental release measures

 

Personal precautions

Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Wear appropriate protective clothing.

Environmental precautions

Clean up spills properly. Do not let product enter drains.

Disposal

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal

 

 

7 - Handling and storage

Handling

Avoid inhalation. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Storage

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.

Special requirements

Observe specific storage instructions for product.

 

8 - Exposure controls / personal protection

 

Respiratory protection

Respirator selection must be based upon known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and safe working limits of the selecte respirator.

Hand protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.

Eye protection

Chemical safety goggles.

Other precautions

Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling.

 

9 - Physical and chemical properties

Form

Liquid or lyophilised

Colour

Colorless

 

10 - Stability and reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal storage and handling conditions. Do not use after expiry date.

Hazardous decomposition products

None known.

 

 

 

11 - Toxicological information

 

 

Skin contact

May cause skin irritation.

Eye contact

May cause eye irritation.

Inhalation

May cause irritation

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed.

12 - Ecological information

Ecotoxicological effects

No data available

Other

May be harmful to aquatic life in very low concentrations

 

13 - Disposal considerations

SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL: Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

 

14 - Transport information

ADR/RID

Not classed as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations

IMDG

 Marine Pollutant: No; Severe Marine Pollutant: No

IATA

Not dangerous goods

 

15 - Regulatory information

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES  67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC

Symbol

Xn:Harmful    

R-phrases

22 - Harmful if swallowed

32 - Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.

50/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause logn term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

S-phrases

28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water

60 - The material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste

 

16 - Other information

Key/Legend

ADR/RID = European Agreement of Dangerous Goods by Road/Rail; CAS# = Chemical Abstract Service number; EC# = EC number (EINECS or ELINCS); EEC = European Economic Community; EU = European Union; IATA = International Air Transport Association
NA = Non applicable

 

MSDS revised

05/05/10

 

Disclaimer: The information contained in this Material Safety Datasheet is believed to be accurate but it is the responsibility of the user or supplier to determine the applicability of these data to the formulation of necessary safety precautions.

Abcam shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of the above product or the information contained in this material safety datasheet.