| Section 1
Identification |
| Product Number: |
R310060 |
| Health: |
0 |
| Flammability |
1 |
| Reactivity |
0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least |
Slight |
Moderate |
High |
Extreme |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 | NA = Not Applicable
NE = Not Established | |
| Product Name: |
Agar (Agar-Agar) Powder, 100
Mesh |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms |
|
| Formula: |
N/A |
| RTECS: |
AW7950000 |
| C.A.S |
CAS# 9002-18-0 |
| Section 2 Component
Mixture |
| Sara 313 |
Component |
CAS Number |
% |
Dim |
Exposure Limits: |
|
|
Agar (Agar-Agar) Powder, 100
Mesh |
CAS#
9002-18-0 |
100% |
W/W |
None
established | |
| Section 3 Hazard
Identification (Also see section 11) |
| Generally not hazardous in normal
handling, however good laboratory practices should always be used.
Avoid long term exposure to skin or by
inhalation. |
| Section 4 First Aid
Measures |
Generally not hazardous in normal
handling, however good laboratory practices should always be used.
Avoid long term exposure to skin or by inhalation.
FIRST AID:
SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical
Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water.
Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but it is not necessary to induce.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
|
| Section 5 Fire Fighting
Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: |
Any means suitable for
extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: |
Produces acrid fumes on
thermal decomposition. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: |
Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact
with skin and
clothing. | | |
| Section 6 Accidental
Release Measures |
Dispose of in a manner consistent with
federal, state and local regulations.
|
| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated
place away from incompatible materials. Wash thoroughly after
handling. |
| Section 8 Exposure
Controls & Personal Protection |
Respiratory
Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment: Use safe laboratory handling
procedures. |
| Section 9 Physical and
Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: |
Decomposition |
Specific Gravity |
information not available
|
| Boiling Point: |
information not
available |
Percent Volatile by
Volume: |
information not
available |
| Vapor Pressure: |
N/E |
Evaporation Rate: |
N/E |
| Vapor Density: |
information not
available |
Evaporation Standard: |
|
| Solubility in Water: |
Insoluble |
Auto ignition
Temperature: |
N/E |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White to grey powder |
Lower Flamm. Limit in
Air: |
N/E |
| Flash Point: |
information not
available |
Upper Flamm. Limit in
Air: |
N/E | |
| Section 10 Stability and
Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable |
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme
heat |
Materials to
Avoid:
|
Hazardous Decomposition
Products:
Carbon Oxides, Sulfur Oxides |
| Hazardous
Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None
known | |
| Section 11 Additional
Information |
| Conditions aggravated/Target organs: No
harmful effects indicated from available
information. |
| DOT Classification: Not
Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to
time. Please consult the most recent version of the relevant
regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 |
Date Entered: 3/4/2009 |
Approved by: WPF |
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