Chloroptic Ophthalmic Solution

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                      **** MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ****

  Chloramphenicol 100g
04815

        **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: Chloramphenicol 100g
Catalog Numbers:
     BPE904-100, C/4322
Synonyms:
Company Identification:  Fisher Scientific UK
                         Bishop Meadow Road
                         Loughborough, Leicestershire
                         LE11 5RG, UK
For information, call:   01509 231166
For emergencies, call:   01509 231166

          **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+-----------+---------------+
|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  |Haz Symbols| Risk Phrases  |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|-----------|---------------+
|       56-75-7  |CHLORAMPHENICOL                       |          | 200-287-4 |||
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+-----------+---------------+
          Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
          Risk Phrases: None Listed.

                  **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

                               EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.

Potential Health Effects
     The toxicological properties of this material have not been
     investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities
     for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.

                    **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

     Eyes:
          Not available.
     Skin:
          Not available.
     Ingestion:
          Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and
          drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
     Inhalation:
          Not available.
     Notes to Physician:

                  **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

     General Information:
          As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
          pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
          protective gear.
     Extinguishing Media:
          In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
          alcohol-resistant foam.

                **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

     General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
                          in Section 8.
     Spills/Leaks:
          Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

                   **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

     Handling:
          Not available.
     Storage:
          Not available.

          **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

     Engineering Controls:
          Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
          concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
     Personal Protective Equipment

                 Eyes:
                       Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing
                       is possible.
                 Skin:
                       Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to
                       prevent skin exposure.
             Clothing:
                       Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
                       contact with skin.
          Respirators:
                       Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149
                       approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the
                       positive pressure mode with emergency escape
                       provisions.

             **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State:             Solid
Color:                      Fine white to grayish-white or yellowish-white crystals.
Odor:                       Not available.
pH:                         4.5-7.5 (sat soln.)
Vapor Pressure:             Not applicable.
Viscosity:                  Not applicable.
Boiling Point:              Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:     150-151C
Autoignition Temperature:   Not applicable.
Flash Point:                Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower:    Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper:    Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:  Not available.
Solubility in water:        2.5 mg/ml (25 C)
Specific Gravity/Density:   Not available.
Molecular Formula:          C11H12Cl2N2O5
Molecular Weight:           323.0004

                 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

     Chemical Stability:
          Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
     Conditions to Avoid:
          Not available.
     Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
          Acids - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides - oxidizing agents.
     Hazardous Decomposition Products:
          Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
          nitrogen.
     Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

                **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

     RTECS#:
          CAS# 56-75-7: AB6825000
     LD50/LC50:
          CAS# 56-75-7: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2500
          mg/kg.
     Carcinogenicity:
       CHLORAMPHENICOL -
          California: carcinogen; initial date 10/1/89
                 NTP: Suspect carcinogen
                OSHA: Possible Select carcinogen
                IARC: Group 2A carcinogen
          See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

                  **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



                 **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location.  Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice.  Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.

                  **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

     IATA
          Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE ORGANIC, NOS
           Hazard Class: 6.1
              UN Number: 2929
          Packing Group: II
     IMO
          Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE ORGANIC, NOS
           Hazard Class: 6.1
              UN Number: 2929
          Packing Group: II
     RID/ADR
          Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE ORGANIC, NOS
           Hazard Class: 6.1
              UN Number: 2929
          Packing group: II

                  **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

 European/International Regulations
     European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
          Hazard Symbols: Not available.
          Risk Phrases:
          Safety Phrases:
   WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
          CAS# 56-75-7: 2
   United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

   United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

   Canada
          CAS# 56-75-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
          CAS# 56-75-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
   Exposure Limits
          CAS# 56-75-7: OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 1 mg/m3
 US FEDERAL
     TSCA
          CAS# 56-75-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

                  **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

     MSDS Creation Date:  2/18/1995  Revision #0 Date: Original.

     The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
     information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
     merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
     such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
     should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
     information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
     liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
     profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
     damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
     the possibility of such damages.
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