Name:
Formaldehyde solution 37%
Synonym:
Formalin
CAS:
50-00-0
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Formaldehyde solution 37%
Synonym:Formalin
Synonym:Formalin
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 50-00-0 | Formaldehyde | 37 | 200-001-8 |
| Hazard Symbols: T C Risk Phrases: 10 23/24/25 34 43 45 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
May cause cancer.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause burns to the digestive tract. May cause central nervous system depression.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract.
Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Contains formaldehyde which can cause cancer in humans. There is sufficient evidence that formaldehyde causes nasopharyngeal cancer in humans, a rare cancer in developed countries. There is limited evidence that formaldehyde causes cancer of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses and strong but not sufficient evidence for leukemia. Repeated exposure may cause skin discoloration and thickening and nail decay.
Flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
May cause cancer.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause burns to the digestive tract. May cause central nervous system depression.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract.
Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Contains formaldehyde which can cause cancer in humans. There is sufficient evidence that formaldehyde causes nasopharyngeal cancer in humans, a rare cancer in developed countries. There is limited evidence that formaldehyde causes cancer of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses and strong but not sufficient evidence for leukemia. Repeated exposure may cause skin discoloration and thickening and nail decay.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
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. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of water.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of water.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapor or mist.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. Keep containers tightly closed.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapor or mist.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. Keep containers tightly closed.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. See 29CFR 1910.1048 for regulatory requirements pertaining to all occupational exposures to formaldehyde, i.e., from formaldehyde gas, its solutions, and materials that release formaldehyde.
Exposure Limits CAS# 50-00-0: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 2 ppm TWA; 2.5 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 2 ppm STEL; 2.5 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: ; 0.75 ppm TWA; 2 ppm STEL; 0.5 ppm Action Le (Irritant and potential cancer ha zard - see 29 CFR 1910.1048) Belgium - STEL: 0.3 ppm VLE; 0.38 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 0.5 ppm VME France - VLE: 1 ppm VLE Germany: 0.5 ppm TWA; 0.62 mg/m3 TWA Germany: Skin absorber Japan: 0.5 ppm OEL; 0.61 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 0.3 ppm Ceiling; 0.37 mg/m3 Ceiling Netherlands: 2 ppm STEL; 3 mg/m3 STEL Netherlands: 1 ppm MAC; 1.5 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 0.3 ppm VLA-EC; 0.37 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 67-56-1: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 200 ppm TWA; 266 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 250 ppm STEL; 333 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 200 ppm VLE; 266 mg/m3 VLE Belgium - STEL: 250 ppm VLE; 333 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 200 ppm VME; 260 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 1000 ppm VLE; 1300 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 200 ppm TWA; 270 mg/m3 TWA Germany: Skin absorber Japan: 200 ppm OEL; 260 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 200 ppm MAC; 260 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 5 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 200 ppm VLA-ED; 266 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 250 ppm VLA-EC; 333 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 7732-18-5: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles and face shield.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. See 29CFR 1910.1048 for regulatory requirements pertaining to all occupational exposures to formaldehyde, i.e., from formaldehyde gas, its solutions, and materials that release formaldehyde.
Exposure Limits CAS# 50-00-0: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 2 ppm TWA; 2.5 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 2 ppm STEL; 2.5 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: ; 0.75 ppm TWA; 2 ppm STEL; 0.5 ppm Action Le (Irritant and potential cancer ha zard - see 29 CFR 1910.1048) Belgium - STEL: 0.3 ppm VLE; 0.38 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 0.5 ppm VME France - VLE: 1 ppm VLE Germany: 0.5 ppm TWA; 0.62 mg/m3 TWA Germany: Skin absorber Japan: 0.5 ppm OEL; 0.61 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 0.3 ppm Ceiling; 0.37 mg/m3 Ceiling Netherlands: 2 ppm STEL; 3 mg/m3 STEL Netherlands: 1 ppm MAC; 1.5 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 0.3 ppm VLA-EC; 0.37 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 67-56-1: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 200 ppm TWA; 266 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 250 ppm STEL; 333 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 200 ppm VLE; 266 mg/m3 VLE Belgium - STEL: 250 ppm VLE; 333 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 200 ppm VME; 260 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 1000 ppm VLE; 1300 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 200 ppm TWA; 270 mg/m3 TWA Germany: Skin absorber Japan: 200 ppm OEL; 260 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 200 ppm MAC; 260 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 5 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 200 ppm VLA-ED; 266 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 250 ppm VLA-EC; 333 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 7732-18-5: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles and face shield.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: pungent odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 101 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 32 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 50 deg C ( 122.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight: Not available
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, excess heat, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, excess heat, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 50-00-0: LP8925000 CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000 CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 50-00-0: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 37% Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 454 mg/m3/4H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 505 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 203 mg/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 578 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 250 ppm/2H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 42 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 385 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 100 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 500 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 270 uL/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 270 mg/kg.
CAS# 67-56-1: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 40 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 81000 mg/m3/14H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 64000 ppm/4H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 7300 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 14200 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5600 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 15800 mg/kg.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Formaldehyde - ACGIH: A2 - Suspected Human Carcinogen California: carcinogen, initial date 1/1/88 (gas) NTP: Suspect carcinogen IARC: Group 1 carcinogen Methyl alcohol - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 50-00-0: LP8925000 CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000 CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 50-00-0: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 37% Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 454 mg/m3/4H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 505 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 203 mg/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 578 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 250 ppm/2H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 42 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 385 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 100 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 500 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 270 uL/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 270 mg/kg.
CAS# 67-56-1: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 40 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 81000 mg/m3/14H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 64000 ppm/4H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 7300 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 14200 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5600 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 15800 mg/kg.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Formaldehyde - ACGIH: A2 - Suspected Human Carcinogen California: carcinogen, initial date 1/1/88 (gas) NTP: Suspect carcinogen IARC: Group 1 carcinogen Methyl alcohol - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
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: FORMALDEHYDE, SOLUTIONS, FLAMMABLE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1198
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: FORMALDEHYDE, SOLUTIONS, FLAMMABLE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1198
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: FORMALDEHYDE, SOLUTIONS, FLAMMABLE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1198
Packing group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 50-00-0: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
USA RQ: CAS# 67-56-1: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T C
Risk Phrases:
R 45 May cause cancer.
R 10 Flammable.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 51 Use only in well-ventilated areas.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 50-00-0: 2
CAS# 67-56-1: 1
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
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