Safety Data Sheet - European Reference Materials
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SAFETY DATA SHEET Revised edition no : 2<br />
Date : 16 / 4 / 2010<br />
Supersedes : 7 / 8 / 2009<br />
<strong>Reference</strong> Material - Frozen Human Serum - Trace ERM DA120<br />
Metals<br />
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Xn : Harmful Label 6.2 : Infectious<br />
substances.<br />
1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING<br />
Identification of the product<br />
Trade name : <strong>Reference</strong> Material - Frozen Human Serum - Trace Metals<br />
Use : Used as a <strong>Reference</strong> Material.<br />
Company identification : LGC Standards<br />
Queens Road<br />
Teddington Middlesex TW11 0LY UNITED KINGDOM<br />
Tel :+44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Fax :+44 (0) 20 8943 2767<br />
Emergency number:+44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Emergency phone nr<br />
Name and function of the responsible : Head of International Transport of Dangerous Goods<br />
person email kevin.thurlow@lgc.co.uk<br />
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION<br />
Risk Phrases : Harmful if swallowed.<br />
Hazards identification : May contain potentially pathogenic microorganisms. The material has been tested<br />
and found negative for HIV Ab, Hep B surface Ag, and Hep C.<br />
Symptoms relating to use<br />
- Inhalation : May cause irritation to the respiratory tract and to other mucous membranes. Dry<br />
throat. Headache.<br />
- Skin contact : May produce skin irritation.<br />
- Eye contact : May cause eye irritation.<br />
- Ingestion : Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.<br />
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS<br />
Composition : Contains a sample of human donor serum which may contain potentially<br />
pathogenic microrganisms. Also contains trace metals.<br />
Substance name Contents CAS No EC No Annex No Classification<br />
Frozen human serum : > 98 < 100 % ----- ----- ----- Xn; R22<br />
4 FIRST AID MEASURES<br />
First aid measures<br />
- Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air.<br />
- Skin contact : Flush with plenty of water.<br />
- Eye contact : In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek<br />
medical advice.<br />
- Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Seek medical advice.<br />
LGC Standards In case of emergency : +44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Queens Road Teddington Middlesex TW11 0LY UNITED KINGDOM<br />
Tel :+44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Fax :+44 (0) 20 8943 2767<br />
Emergency number:+44 (0) 20 8943 7000
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SAFETY DATA SHEET Revised edition no : 2<br />
Date : 16 / 4 / 2010<br />
Supersedes : 7 / 8 / 2009<br />
<strong>Reference</strong> Material - Frozen Human Serum - Trace ERM DA120<br />
Metals<br />
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES<br />
Specific hazards : When heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes.<br />
Extinguishing media : Dry powder. Water. Carbon dioxide.<br />
Surrounding fires : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.<br />
Protection against fire : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory<br />
protection.<br />
Special procedures : Avoid (reject) fire-fighting water entering environment. Exercise caution when<br />
fighting any chemical fire.<br />
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES<br />
Clean up methods : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations. Collect<br />
spills and put into appropriate container.<br />
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE<br />
Storage : Store at approximately -20 °C in the original unope ned container.<br />
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION<br />
Personal protection<br />
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- Respiratory protection : Where excessive vapour, mist, or dust may result, use approved respiratory<br />
protection equipment.<br />
- Hand protection : Wear gloves.<br />
- Skin protection : Wear suitable protective clothing.<br />
- Eye protection : <strong>Safety</strong> glasses with side shields. Ensure eye bath is to hand.<br />
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES<br />
Physical state at 20 °C : Liquid.<br />
Colour : Colourless to light yellow.<br />
Solubility in water : Complete.<br />
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY<br />
Hazardous decomposition products : When heated to decomposition, emits dangerous fumes.<br />
Stability : Stable under normal conditions.<br />
Conditions to avoid : Heat.<br />
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION<br />
Rat oral LD50 [mg/kg] : No data available.<br />
Chronic toxicity : No evidence of carcinogenicity.<br />
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION<br />
LC50-96 Hour - fish [mg/l] : Negligible.<br />
LGC Standards In case of emergency : +44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Queens Road Teddington Middlesex TW11 0LY UNITED KINGDOM<br />
Tel :+44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Fax :+44 (0) 20 8943 2767<br />
Emergency number:+44 (0) 20 8943 7000
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SAFETY DATA SHEET Revised edition no : 2<br />
Date : 16 / 4 / 2010<br />
Supersedes : 7 / 8 / 2009<br />
<strong>Reference</strong> Material - Frozen Human Serum - Trace ERM DA120<br />
Metals<br />
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS<br />
General : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.<br />
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION<br />
General information<br />
Proper shipping name : UN3373 BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCE, CATEGORY B, 6.2, -<br />
UN No. : 3373<br />
Land transport<br />
H.I. nr : 606<br />
- ADR Class : 6.2<br />
- ADR Packing group : -<br />
Labelling ADR<br />
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: 6.2<br />
Sea transport<br />
- IMO-IMDG code : Class 6.2<br />
- IMO Packing group : -<br />
- EMS-Nr : F-A S-T<br />
Air transport<br />
- ICAO/IATA : Packaging instructions cargo : See 650<br />
Packaging instructions passenger: See 650<br />
- IATA - Class or division : 6.2<br />
- IATA Packing group : -<br />
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION<br />
Symbol(s) : Xn : Harmful<br />
R Phrase(s) : R22 : Harmful if swallowed.<br />
16 OTHER INFORMATION<br />
Sources of key data used : Table 3.2 from Annex 6 of EC 1272/2008, EH40/2005 as amended October 2007,<br />
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS), The Dictionary of<br />
Substances and their Effects, 1st Edition.<br />
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY : The information in this safety data sheet (SDS) has been prepared with due care<br />
and is true and accurate to the best of our knowledge. The user must determine the<br />
suitability of the information for its particular purpose, ensure compliance with<br />
existing laws and regulations, and be aware that other or additional safety or<br />
performance considerations may arise when using, handling and/ or storing the<br />
material. The information in this SDS does not purport to be all inclusive or a<br />
guarantee as to the properties of the material supplied, and should be used only as<br />
a guide. LGC makes no warranties or representations as to the accuracy and<br />
completeness of the information contained herein, shall not be held responsible for<br />
the suitability of this information for the user's intended purposes or the<br />
consequences of such use, and shall not be liable for any damage or loss,<br />
howsoever arising, direct or otherwise.<br />
This SDS was prepared in English.<br />
Revision : All sections have been updated.<br />
The contents and format of this SDS are in accordance with REGULATION (EC) No 1907/2006 OF THE EUROPEAN<br />
PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL<br />
LGC Standards In case of emergency : +44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Queens Road Teddington Middlesex TW11 0LY UNITED KINGDOM<br />
Tel :+44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Fax :+44 (0) 20 8943 2767<br />
Emergency number:+44 (0) 20 8943 7000
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SAFETY DATA SHEET Revised edition no : 2<br />
Date : 16 / 4 / 2010<br />
Supersedes : 7 / 8 / 2009<br />
<strong>Reference</strong> Material - Frozen Human Serum - Trace ERM DA120<br />
Metals<br />
End of document<br />
LGC Standards In case of emergency : +44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Queens Road Teddington Middlesex TW11 0LY UNITED KINGDOM<br />
Tel :+44 (0) 20 8943 7000<br />
Fax :+44 (0) 20 8943 2767<br />
Emergency number:+44 (0) 20 8943 7000
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