Version 1Last reviewed 17 February 2026Catalogue: 87046, EMS87046, HE21-0100, HE21-0500
1. Identification
Product Identifiers
Product Name
Agarose LE, Powder
Other Names
None
Product Number(s)
87046, EMS87046, HE21-0100, HE21-0500
CAS Number
9012-36-6
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use. Reagent for analysis.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd 11 Carlton Street KIRWAN QLD 4817 Australia (07) 4773 9444 pst@proscitech.com proscitech.com.au
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd 11 Carlton Street KIRWAN QLD 4817 Australia (07) 4773 9444 pst@proscitech.com proscitech.com.au
2. Hazards Identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
Not a hazardous substance or mixture
Precautionary Statement(s)
May cause eye irritation. This is expected to be a low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available
Human Health
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Ingestion
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Eyes
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Environment
Not available
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Agarose LE
9012-36-6
100%
Not Available
4. First Aid Measures
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2 cups of milk or water. Get medical aid.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Skin Contact
flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse
Eye Contact
flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Remove contact lenses. Get medical aid
Other Information
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Fire
Water, foam, carbon dioxide (CO₂), Dry powder
HAZCHEM
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Carbon dioxides. Combustable.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Advice for non-emergency personnel: Avoid inhalation of dusts. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Environmental precautions
Do not let the product enter drains
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the protective equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Conditions for safe storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidising materials. Keep away from acids.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Use equipment for eye protection, such as safety glasses or goggles, that have been tested and approved under appropriates government standards.
Skin protection
Wear appropriated gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Body protection
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respiratory protection
Required when dusts are generated.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
General information
Appearance
Solid, white to off white
Odour
Odourless
pH
Not available
Vapour Pressure
Negligible
Density
No data available.
Boiling Point
No data available
Melting Point
No data available
Solubility
10 g/l at 80 °C
Specific Gravity of Density
1.7 (water=1)
Flash Point
No data available
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
No data available
Ignition Temperature
No data available
Formula
No data available
10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
No further information available
Chemical stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known
Conditions to avoid
No further information available
Incompatible materials
No further information available
11. Toxicological Information
Acute effects
No further information available
Eye contact
Irritating effect
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes
Ingestion
No further information available
Inhalation
No further information available
Toxicity and irritation
No data available.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
No further information available
Persistence and degradability
No further information available
Bioaccumulative potential
No further information available
Other adverse effects
No further information available
13. Disposal Considerations
General information
Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers like the product itself.
14. Transport Information
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Carbon dioxides. Combustable.
UN Number
Void
Proper shipping name
Void
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
Void
Environmental hazard
Void
Special precautions for users
Void
Additional information
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
15. Regulatory Information
Poisons Schedule Number
No further information available
Other Information
No further information available
16. Other Information
SDS preparation date
17 February 2026
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.