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Material Safety Data Sheet

Catalog Number: 882470 Revision date: 26-Apr-2006

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY INFORMATION

Catalog Number: 882470

Product name: EcoLume Liquid Scintillation Fluid

Supplier:

MP Biomedicals, LLC 29525 Fountain Parkway Solon, OH 44139 tel: 440-337-1200

Emergency telephone number: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 (1-703-527-3887)

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

This liquid scintillation cocktail is classified as non-hazardous, in accordance with EPA regulations: Resources Conservation and Recovery Act, CFR Title 40, Part 261.20 to 261.24

Components CAS Number Weight % ACGIH Exposure Limits: OSHA Exposure Limits:

Linear Alkylbenzene 68648-87-3 30-70% None None Non-ionic Surfactants 9016-45-9 0-40% None None Phenylxylylethane 6196-95-8 5-50% None None p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

13280-61-0 <1% None None

2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE 92-71-7 <1% None None

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis

Principle routes of exposure: Skin Inhalation: May cause irritation of respiratory tract Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.

Skin contact: May cause allergic skin reaction Eye contact: Avoid contact with eyes

Statements of hazard MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION.

Statement of Spill or Leak - ANSI Label Eliminate all ignition sources. Absorb and/or contain spill with inert materials (e.g., sand, vermiculite). Then place in appropriate container. For large spills, use water spray to disperse vapors, flush spill area. Prevent runoff from entering waterways or sewers.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General advice: In the case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Call a physician immediately.

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Skin contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting without medical advice.

Eye contact: In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

Protection of first-aiders: No information available Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: None known

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable extinguishing media: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or "alcohol" foam Specific hazards: Burning produces irritant fumes.

Unusual hazards: None known Special protective equipment for firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear

Specific methods: Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Flash point: 155°C Autoignition temperature: Not determined NFPA rating:

NFPA Health: 1 NFPA Flammability: 2 NFPA Reactivity: 0

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions: Use personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions: Small spills - No special environmental precautions required.

Large spills - Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Methods for cleaning up: Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Storage:

ROOM TEMPERATURE

Handling: Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Safe handling advice: Wear personal protective equipment.

Incompatible products: Oxidising and spontaneously flammable products

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering measures: Ensure adequate ventilation.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Respiratory protection: Breathing apparatus only if aerosol or dust is formed.

Hand protection: Pvc or other plastic material gloves Skin and body protection: Usual safety precautions while handling the product will provide adequate protection against this potential effect.

Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields Hygiene measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance and Odor Clear and colorless; aromatic odor Physical state: Liquid Formula: Not applicable Melting point/range: No data available at this time.

Boiling point/range: 300°C Density: 0.9 - 1.0 g/ml @ 20°C Vapor pressure: < 0.1 mm Hg at 20 C Evaporation rate: < 1.0 Vapor density: ~7 Solubility (in water): Dispersible Flash point: 155°C Autoignition temperature: Not determined

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Polymerization: None under normal processing.

Hazardous decomposition products: Decomposes to H2O and CO2, The cocktail ultimately decomposes to water and carbon dioxide.

Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents Conditions to avoid: Exposure to air or moisture over prolonged periods.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product Information Acute toxicity Components RTECS Number: Selected LD50s and LC50s Linear Alkylbenzene Not Available Not Determined Non-ionic Surfactants Not Available MD0900000:Glycols, polyethylene, mono(nonylphenyl) ether (10/1/97) Oral LD50 Rat : 1310 mg/kg Oral LD50 Mouse : >50 gm/kg Dermal LD50 Rabbit : 2 mL/kg

Phenylxylylethane Not Available Not Determined p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Available Not Determined 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE RP6825000 Not Determined

Chronic toxicity: Chronic exposure may cause nausea and vomiting, higher exposure causes unconsciousness.

Local effects: Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.

Specific effects: May include moderate to severe erythema (redness) and moderate edema (raised skin), nausea, vomiting, headache.

Primary irritation: No data is available on the product itself.

Carcinogenic effects: No data is available on the product itself.

Mutagenic effects: No data is available on the product itself.

Reproductive toxicity: No data is available on the product itself.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Mobility: No data available Bioaccumulation: No data available Ecotoxicity effects: No data available

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Aquatic toxicity: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Components U.S. DOT - Appendix B -

Marine Pollutan U.S. DOT - Appendix B - Severe Marine Pollutants

United Kingdom - The Red List:

Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Components Germany VCI (WGK) World Health Organization

(WHO) - Drinking Water Ecotoxicity - Fish Species Data

Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants 2 Not Listed Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Components Ecotoxicity - Freshwater

Algae Data Ecotoxicity - Microtox Data Ecotoxicity - Water Flea

Data Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Components EPA - ATSDR Priority List EPA - HPV Challenge

Program Chemical List California - Priority Toxic Pollutants

Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed indicator 2; Not sponsored Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed indicator 2,3; Not sponsored Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed indicator 0; Not sponsored Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Components California - Priority Toxic Pollutants California - Priority Toxic Pollutants Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste from residues / unused products: Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate

Federal, State, and local regulations. This product, if unaltered by use, may be disposed of by treatment at a permitted facility or as advised by your local hazardous waste regulatory authority. Residue from fires extinguished with this material may be hazardous.

Contaminated packaging: Do not re-use empty containers

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN/Id No: Not regulated

DOT:

Proper shipping name: Not Regulated

Components U.S. DOT - Appendix A Table 1 - Reportable Quantities Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed

TDG (Canada):

WHMIS hazard class: Non-controlled

IMDG/IMO

IMDG - Hazard Classifications Not Applicable

Components U.S. DOT - Appendix B - Marine Pollutan U.S. DOT - Appendix B - Severe Marine

Pollutants Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed 2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed

IMO-labels:

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

International Inventories

Components Linear Alkylbenzene

Korean KECL: KE-02157

Canada DSL Inventory List - Present

Philippines PICCS: Present Components Non-ionic Surfactants

Australia (AICS): Present

Inventory - United States TSCA - Sect. 8(b) Present Canada DSL Inventory List - Not Listed

Inventory - United States TSCA - Sect. 8(b)

Inventory - China: Present

Catalog Number: 882470

Present

Product name: EcoLume Liquid Scintillation Fluid

EU EINECS List - 272-008-4

U.S. regulations:

Components California Proposition 65

Massachusetts Right to Know List:

New Jersey Right to Know List:

Pennsylvania Right to Know List:

Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Components Florida substance List: Rhode Island Right to

Know List:

Illinois - Toxic Air Contaminants

Connecticut - Hazardous Air Pollutants

Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed

Philippines PICCS: Present

Korean KECL: KE-11779

Components Phenylxylylethane

Inventory - Japan:

Philippines PICCS: Present

7-172

Components p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL) BENZENE

Inventory - United States TSCA - Sect. 8(b) Present

Inventory - United States TSCA - Sect. 8(b) Present

Australia (AICS):

Canada DSL Inventory List - Present

Canada DSL Inventory List - Present

Inventory - China: Present

Korean KECL:

EU EINECS List - 236-285-5; C24H22

KE-26244

Australia (AICS):

Korean KECL: KE-03298

Present

Components

2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE

Present

Inventory - United States TSCA - Sect. 8(b) Present

Inventory - China: Present

Canada DSL Inventory List - Not Listed

Philippines PICCS:

Australia (AICS): Present

EU EINECS List - 228-249-2; C16H18

EU EINECS List - 202-181-3; C15H11NO

Present

Inventory - Japan: 5-192

Catalog Number: 882470

Inventory - Japan:

Product name: EcoLume Liquid Scintillation Fluid

Korean KECL:

KE-12092

4-38; 4-244

Components SARA 313 Emission reporting/Toxic Release of Chemicals

CERCLA/SARA - Section 302 Extremely Haz

NTP: IARC:

Linear Alkylbenzene Not Listed Not Listed None None

Non-ionic Surfactants Not Listed Not Listed None None

Phenylxylylethane Not Listed Not Listed None None p-bis-(o-METHYLSTYRYL)

BENZENE

Not Listed Not Listed None None

2,5-DIPHENYLOXAZOLE Not Listed Not Listed None None

SARA 313 Notification: The above is your notification as to the SARA 313 listing for this product(s) pursuant to Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Ammendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.

If you are unsure if you are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313, or need more information, please call the EPA Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Information Hotline: (800) 535-0202 or (202) 479-2499 (in Washington, DC or Alaska).

State Notification: The above information is your notice as to the Right-to-Know listings of the stated product(s). Individual states will list chemicals for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to, the compounds toxicity; carcinogenic, tumorigenic and/or reproductive hazards; and the compounds environmental impact if accidentally released.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Prepared by: Health & Safety Disclaimer: The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon tests believed to be reliable.

However, MP Biomedicals does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness NOR SHALL ANY OF THIS INFORMATION CONSTITUTE A WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE SAFETY OF THE GOODS, THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE GOODS, OR THE FITNESS OF THE GOODS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Adjustment to conform to actual conditions of usage maybe required. MP Biomedicals assumes no responsibility for results obtained or for incidental or consequential damages, including lost profits arising from the use of these data. No warranty against infringement of any patent, copyright or trademark is made or implied.

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