Formalin Biopsy Jars, Neutral Buffered 3.7%

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name

Formalin Biopsy Jars, Neutral Buffered 3.7% - DISCONTINUED

Other Names

Neutral Buffered Formalin; 10%Buffered Formalin Fixative

Product Number(s)

ANBFJ-200

CAS Number

-

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Company Details

Emergency Contact Details

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Label Elements

Signal Words

None

Hazard Statement(s)

• H302±H312±H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H350 May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statement(s)

• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
• P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
• P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
• P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
• P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
• P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
• P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).
• P301±P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
• P304±P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P308±P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
• P333±P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P330 Rinse mouth. P302±P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
• P362±P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
• P405 Store locked up.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national regulations.

Primary route(s) of entry

Human Health

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation, coughing, discomfort, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, incoordination and chest pain.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of mouth, throat and stomach, mucous build up and stomach pain.

Eyes

Causes serious eye damage, irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision and pain.

Skin

Harmful in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns redness, blistering and dermatitis.

Environment

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately rinse mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention.

Inhalation

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

Skin Contact

In case of skin contact, immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with water and soap. Seek immediate medical attention.

Eye Contact

In case of eye contact, hold eyelids open and rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.

Other Information

This substance is capable of causing serious irrevesible effects after a single exposure. Such irreversible effects can include central nervous system effects and kidney and liver damage.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire

Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions.

HAZCHEM

Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Wear approved respiratory protection, chemical resistant gloves, protective clothing and safety boots. Evacuate all non-essential personnel from affected area. Do not breathe vapours. Ensure adequate ventilation. Extinguish all sources of ignition. Avoid sparks and open flames. No smoking.

Environmental precautions

In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses.

Methods and materials for containment and clean up

Stop leak if safe to do so and absorb spill with sand, earth, vermiculite or some other absorbent material. Do not use sawdust. Collect the spilled material and place into properly labeled container for disposal.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

• Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation of vapours. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
• Food, beverages and tobacco products should not be stored or consumed where this material is in use. Always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other protective equipment before storage or re-use. Provide eyewash fountains and safety showers in close proximity to points of potential exposure.

Conditions for safe storage

Store in a cool, dry and well ventilated area. Keep in original container, tightly closed when not in use. Protect from direct sunlight, heat, sparks, open flames and other sources of ignition. Store at temperatures above 20 °C. Keep away from strong oxidising agents.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Engineering controls

Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapour below occupational exposure standards.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection

Eye and face protectors for protection against splashing materials or liquids. See Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 for more information.

Skin protection

• PVC or natural rubber gloves. See Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2161 for more information. When selecting gloves for use against certain chemicals, the degradation resistance, permeation rate and permeation breakthrough time should be considered.
• Occupational protective clothing (depending on conditions in which it has to be used, in particular as regards the period for which it is worn, which shall be determined on the basis of the seriousness of the risk, the frequency of exposure to the risk, the characteristics of the workstation of each worker and the performance of the protective clothing). See Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4501 for more information.

Body protection

No information available.

Respiratory protection

• When vapours approach the exposure standards then the use of a half-face organic vapour respirator with dust/mist filter is recommended.
• When vapours exceed the exposure standards, the use of an positive pressure demand self-contained or airline breathing apparatus is recommended. Filter capacity and respirator type depends on exposure levels. If entering spaces where the airborne concentration of a contaminant is unknown then the use of a selfcontained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with positive pressure air supply is recommended. See Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715 and 1716 for more information.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance

Clear liquid

Odour

Pungent

pH

Not available.

Vapour Pressure

No information available.

Density

~1.02

Boiling Point

~100 °C (approx.)

Melting Point

~0 °C

Solubility

Completely soluble in water.

Specific Gravity of Density

Not available.

Flash Point

72 °C

Flammable (Explosive) Limits

Not applicable.

Ignition Temperature

Not available.

Formula

Not available.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity

No further relevant information available.

Chemical stability

Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.

Conditions to avoid

Heat, sparks, open flames and other sources of ignition.

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidising agents, strong alkalies and acids.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects

This substance is capable of causing serious irrevesible effects after a single exposure. Such irreversible effects can include central nervous system effects and kidney and liver damage.

Eye contact

Causes serious eye damage, irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision and pain. This substance is capable of causing serious irrevesible effects after a single exposure.

Skin contact

Harmful in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns redness, blistering and dermatitis. This substance is capable of causing serious irrevesible effects after a single exposure.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of mouth, throat and stomach, mucous build up and stomach pain. This substance is capable of causing serious irrevesible effects after a single exposure.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation, coughing, discomfort, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, incoordination and chest pain. This substance is capable of causing serious irrevesible effects after a single exposure.

Toxicity and irritation

• LD₅₀/LC₅₀ Values Relevant for Classification:
• 50-00-0 Formaldehyde
• Oral LD₅₀ >200 mg/kg (rat)

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity

No further relevant information available.

Persistence and degradability

No further relevant information available.

Bioaccumulative potential

No further relevant information available.

Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM

Not available.

UN Number

None.

Proper shipping name

Not regulated.

Transport hazard class

0

Packing group

None.

Environmental hazard

No

Special precautions for users

No information available.

Additional information

• Packaging & Labelling:
• Cautionary statements:
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number

Poisons Schedule: 6

Other Information

No further relevant information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date

23 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.