MSDS Name:   Formaldehyde, 37 wt% solution in water, stabilized with 10-15%
Synonym:   Formol; Methanal; Formalin.
Company:   AboutChem.com

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

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 50-00-0 |Formaldehyde | 37.0 | 200-001-8 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 67-56-1 |Methyl alcohol | 10-15.0 | 200-659-6 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7732-18-5 |Water | Balance | 231-791-2 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
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. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow
of tears).
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:

**** 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.

**** 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.

**** 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 container
tightly closed. 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.

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

Physical State: Liquid
Color: not available
Odor: none reported
pH: 3-4.2
Vapor Pressure: 2 mbar @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 212 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point: 32 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 60 deg C ( 140.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: soluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.083
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, carbon steel.
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.

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



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

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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

IATA
Shipping Name: FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE
Hazard Class: 3 (8)
UN Number: 1198
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE
Hazard Class: 3.3 (8)
UN Number: 1198
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, 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 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
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 Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

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

Text for R-phrases from Section 2
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and
if swallowed.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R 39/23/24/25 Toxic : danger of very serious irreversible
effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
MSDS Creation Date: 7/12/1999 Revision #8 Date: 4/07/2005

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