Version 3.0
Date revised: 4/26/2019
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Conforms to regulation (EC) no. EU 453/2010
SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product Identifier
1.2 Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance/Mixture and Uses Advised Against
Investigational research by professional users
1.3 Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet
| Manufacturer National Diagnostics 305 Patton Drive Atlanta, GA 30036 (404) 699-2121 (800) 526-3867 info@nationaldiagnostics.com |
1.4 Emergency Telephone Number
ChemTel Inc.
Contract number MIS8894340
1-800 255-3924 (United States, Canada, Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands)
01-800-099-0731 (Mexico)
400-120-0751 (China)
000-800-100-4086 (India)
1-300-954-583 (Australia)
0-800-591-6042 (Brazil)
+1-813-255-3924 (All other regions)
SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
2.2 Label Elements
This product has no labeling elements associated with EC directives or respective national laws.
2.3 Other Hazards
None found.
SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.2 Mixture
Chemical Names/Description
Aqueous, buffered solution of sodium chloride and trisodium citrate.
Component List
| Component | % Comp. | CAS # | EC # | 1278/2008 Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trisodium Citrate | 8.8 | 68-04-2 | 200-675-3 | N.A. |
| Sodium Chloride | 18 | 7647-14-5 | 231-598-3 | N.A. |
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of First Aid Measures
Inhalation
If dust from evaporated solvent is inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion
If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice.
Skin
Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
4.2 Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
Inhalation
Trisodium Citrate:
Irritation, pain.
Sodium Chloride:
No information found.
Ingestion
Trisodium Citrate:
Vomiting, diarrhea, prostration.
Sodium Chloride:
No information found.
Skin
Trisodium Citrate:
Itching, redness, pain.
Sodium Chloride:
No information found.
Eyes
Trisodium Citrate:
Itching, redness, pain.
Sodium Chloride:
No information found.
4.3 Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
Unknown/not applicable
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Use media appropriate to the primary cause of fire.
5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance/Mixture
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).
5.3 Advice for Firefighters
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
5.4 Further Information
No data available.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal Precautions
Wear appropriate protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
6.2 Environmental Precautions
Prevent discharge into the environment. Dike spills and stop leakage where practical. Do not allow material to enter drains.
6.3 Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in section 8. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert material (e.g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a chemical waste container.
6.4 References to Other Sections
For disposal information see Section 13. For protective clothing and equipment see Section 8.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling
Avoid contact and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage (including any incompatibles)
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cooled, dry, ventilated area.
Incompatibles
Trisodium Citrate:
Strong oxidizers.
Sodium Chloride:
No incompatibility data found.
7.3 Specific End Uses
Investigational research by professional users
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
8.1 Control Parameters
Component: Trisodium Citrate
ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):
none established
OSHA Permissable Exposure Limit (PEL):
None established
Component: Sodium Chloride
ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):
none established
OSHA Permissable Exposure Limit (PEL):
None established
8.2 Exposure Controls
Engineering Controls
Not expected to require any special ventilation.
Respiratory Protection
Not expected to require personal respirator usage.
Eye Protection
Safety glasses.
Skin Protection
Wear protective gloves and clean body covering clothing.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on Basic Physical & Chemical Properties
| a. Appearance | Clear, colorless solution | b. Odor | None |
| c. Odor Threshold | N.A. | d. pH | 7.0 |
| e. Melting/Freezing Point (oC) | 0 | f. Boiling point (oC) | 104.4 |
| g. Flash Point (oC) | N.A. | h. Evaporation Rate | 1.0 (H20 = 1) |
| i. Flammability | N.A. | j. Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits | N.A. |
| k. Vapor Pressure | Water | l. Vapor Density (Air = 1) | Water |
| m. Relative Density | 1.15 | n. Water Solubility | Soluble |
| o. Partition Coefficient n-octanol/water | Mixture | p. Autoignition Temperature (oC) | N.A. |
| q. Decomposition Temperature (oC) | Not applicable. | r. Viscosity | No data available. |
| s. Explosive Properties | N.A. | t. Oxidizing Properties | N.A. |
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
10.2 Chemical Stability
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).
10.4 Conditions to Avoid
Incompatibles.
10.5 Incompatible Materials
Trisodium Citrate:
Strong oxidizers.
Sodium Chloride:
No incompatibility data found.
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product LD50 Values
Oral Rat LD50 (mg/kg)
No Data
Dermal Rabbit LD50 (mg/kg)
No Data
Component Cancer List Status
| NTP Carcinogen | |||
| Known | Anticipated | IARC Category | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trisodium Citrate | No | No | None |
| Sodium Chloride | No | No | None |
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
Trisodium Citrate
Inhalation of large amounts of dust left after solvent evaporation may cause irritation to the respiratory tract.
Sodium Chloride
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion
Trisodium Citrate
Very large doses can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and prostration. Dehydration and congestion occur in most organs. Hypertonic solutions can produce violent inflammatory reactions in the gastrointestinal tract.
Sodium Chloride
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Ingestion of large amounts may cause nausea and vomiting, rigidity or convulsions. Continued exposure can produce a coma, dehydration and internal organ congestion.
Skin
Trisodium Citrate
Possible irritation on prolonged contact with moist or sensitive areas of the skin.
Sodium Chloride
May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
Trisodium Citrate
Causes irritation, redness, and pain.
Sodium Chloride
May cause eye irritation.
Carcinogenicity
Trisodium Citrate
Not listed as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP or IARC.
Sodium Chloride
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP or OSHA.
Mutagenicity
Trisodium Citrate
No information found.
Sodium Chloride
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Reproductive Toxicity
Trisodium Citrate
No information found.
Sodium Chloride
No data available.
Teratogenic Effects
Trisodium Citrate
No information found.
Sodium Chloride
No information found.
Routes of Entry
Trisodium Citrate
No information found.
Sodium Chloride
No information found.
Target Organ Statement
Trisodium Citrate
No information found.
Sodium Chloride
No information found.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFOMATION
12.1 Toxicity
COMPONENT: Trisodium Citrate
| Vertebrates | Invertebrates | Algae | Microorganisms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aquatic Toxicity (ppm unless otherwise noted) | LC50(48hr, golden orfe) 440- 760 mg/L | No data | No data | TT>10g/l |
| Birds | Arthropods | Plants | Microorganisms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Terrestrial Environment Toxicity (ppm unless otherwise noted) | NOEC (gallus domesticus, 4 day) >4g/kg | No data | No data | No data |
COMPONENT: Sodium Chloride
| Vertebrates | Invertebrates | Algae | Microorganisms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aquatic Toxicity (ppm unless otherwise noted) | LC50 (96hrs, bluegill) 5480 mg/L | LC50 (48 hr, daphnia) 874mg/L | LC50 (120hrs) 2430 mg/L | No data |
| Birds | Arthropods | Plants | Microorganisms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Terrestrial Environment Toxicity (ppm unless otherwise noted) | LD50 (house sparrow) 3500mg/kg | No data | IC50 (7 days) 500-1950mg/kg soil | No data |
12.2 Persistence and Degradability
Trisodium Citrate
Readily biodegradable, 97% elimination in 28 days
Sodium Chloride
No data
12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential
Trisodium Citrate
Calculated BCF 0.5
Sodium Chloride
No data
12.4 Mobility in Soil
Trisodium Citrate
No data
Sodium Chloride
No data
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment
Trisodium Citrate
Not PBT or vPvB
Sodium Chloride
Not PBT or vPvB
12.6 Other Adverse Effects
Trisodium Citrate
None
Sodium Chloride
None
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste Treatment Methods
Offer surplus or non-recyclable product to licensed disposal company. Disposal is subject to user compliance with applicable law and product characteristics at time of disposal. Dispose of packaging as product.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
| ADR/RID | IATA | IMO | DOT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.1 UN Number | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. |
| 14.2 Shipping Name | Not regulated | Not regulated | Not regulated | Not regulated |
| 14.3 Hazard Class | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. |
| 14.4 Packing Group | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. |
| 14.5 Environmental Hazards | N.A. | N.A. | Not regulated | N.A. |
| 14.6 Special Precautions | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. |
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance/Mixture
United States
TSCA Regulatory Statement
All intentional ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
| Component | Fire | Pressure | Reactivity | Acute | Chronic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trisodium Citrate | No | No | No | No | No |
| Sodium Chloride | No | No | No | Yes | No |
Europe
EEC Regulatory
All intentional ingredients are listed on the European EINECS Inventory.
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Revisional Updates
4/26/2019 - Updated Section 1.4
5/29/2015 - Updated Sections 2.1 and 3.2
4/16/2013 - Released Version 1.0
NFPA Codes
Health 1 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0
Dangers
Trisodium Citrate
None
Sodium Chloride
None
MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: The information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of the use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control. All risks of use of the product are therefore assumed by the user. Nothing is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.