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Buffer Solution pH 10.00 Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

SDS #: 151
Revision Date: October 2, 2014
SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Buffer Solution pH 10.00

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9526
Signal Word
DANGER
SECTION 2 — HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard class: Reproductive toxicity (Category 1). May damage fertility or the unborn child (H360). Obtain special instructions before use (P201). Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood (P202). Use personal protective equipment as required (P281).

Hazard class: Skin and serious eye damage, corrosion or irritation (Category 2, 2B). Causes skin and eye irritation (H315+H320).
Pictograms
SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component Name CAS Number Formula Formula Weight Concentration
Sodium tetraborate decahydrate
Buffer preservative, colored or colorless
Methylparaben solution (preservative)
Sodium hydroxide
Water

 1303-96-4
Mixture
Mixture
1310-73-2
7732-18-5		 Na2B4O7•10H2O
Mixture
Mixture
NaOH
H2O		 381.42
Mixture
Mixture
39.997
18.00		 0.5%
0.4%
0.2%
<0.1%>
98%
SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES
If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention (P308+P313).
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists eyes: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313).
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water (P302+P352). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention (P332+P313).
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Nonflammable, noncombustible solution.
In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.
NFPA Code
None established
SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ventilate area. Contain the spill with sand or absorbent material and deposit in a sealed bag or container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic Miscellaneous. Store with other buffers.
SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Blue or colorless liquid. Odorless.
pH: 10
Specific gravity: 1.0
SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Avoid heat.
Shelf life: Fair.
SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects: Mild irritant.
Chronic effects: N.A.
Target organs: N.A.
ORL-RBT LDL0: 500 mg/kg (as sodium hydroxide)
IHL-RAT LC50: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD50: 50 mg/24H (as sodium hydroxide)
SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Data not yet available.
SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #26b is one option.
SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping name: Sodium hydroxide solution. Hazard class: B, Corrosive. UN number: UN1824.
SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION
Not listed.
SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).
N.A. = Not available, not all health aspects of this substance have been fully investigated.
N/A = Not applicable
Consult your copy of the Flinn Science Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals.
Revision Date: October 2, 2014