Content
- 1. Identification of the substance and of the company
- 2. Hazards identification
- 3. Composition / information on ingredients
- 4. First aid measures
- 5. Firefighting measures
- 6. Accidental release measures
- 7. Handling and storage
- 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
- 9. Physical and chemical properties
- 10. Stability and reactivity
- 11. Toxicological information
- 12. Ecological information
- 13. Disposal considerations
- 14. Transport information
- 15. Regulatory information
- 16. Other Information
1. Identification of the substance and of the company
| Product name | TBE Electrophoresis Buffer (Tris Borate, EDTA), 20X conc. |
| Catalog Number | TBE-50, TBE-1000 |
| Supplier Information | Bento Bioworks Ltd 5 Hancock Road London, E3 3DA United Kingdom |
| Emergency telephone number (CHEMTREC) | Within the USA & Canada: 1-800-424-9300 Outside the USA & Canada: 1-703-741-5970 |
2. Hazards identification
| Classification of the substance or mixture |
| According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (EU-GHS/CLP) |
| Repr. 1B, H360FD |
| Label elements |
| Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] |
| Pictogram |  |
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child. |
| Precautionary statement(s) |
| P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P308 + 313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. |
| Other hazards | Not applicable |
3. Composition / information on ingredients
| Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 |
| Component | Boric acid (H3BO3) |
| CAS number | 10043-35-3 |
| EIN / ECS number | 233-139-2 |
| Weight % | 5.5 – 10 |
| REACH registration number | 01-2119486683-25-XXXX |
| Classification | Repr. 1B, H360FD |
4. First aid measures
| If inhaled | If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. |
| If swallowed | Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. |
| In case of skin contact | Wash off with soap and plenty of water. |
| In case of eye contact | Flush eyes with water as a precaution. |
| Notes to physician | Treat symptomatically. |
| Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
| H360 – May damage fertility or the unborn child |
| Indication of any immediate medical attention |
| Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. |
5. Firefighting measures
| Extinguishing media | Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol resistant foam. |
| Special hazards | Not applicable. |
| Firefighting precautions | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. |
6. Accidental release measures
| Personal precautions | Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. |
| Environmental precautions | Avoid discharge into drains and waterways whenever possible. |
| Methods for cleaning up | Soak up with inert absorbent material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). |
7. Handling and storage
| Precautions for safe handling | Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. |
| Conditions for safe storage | Store at ambient temperature in a dry, cool place. |
| Specific end use(s) | For research and educational use only. |
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
| Engineering Measures | Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. |
| Personal protective equipment |
| Respiratory Protection | Respiratory protection is not required. |
| Hand Protection | For prolonged or repeated contact use protective gloves. |
| Eye Protection | Safety glasses. |
| Skin and Body Protection | Wear laboratory coat for body protection. |
| Hygiene Measures | Handle in accordance with good safety practice. |
9. Physical and chemical properties
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Odour | Not defined |
| pH value | 7.0 – 7.5 |
| Boiling point | Undetermined |
| Melting point | Undetermined |
| Flash point | Not applicable |
| Autoignition | Not applicable |
| Explosion hazard | Not applicable |
| Vapour pressure | No information available |
| Relative density | No information available |
| Water solubility | Soluble |
10. Stability and reactivity
| Chemical stability | Stable under normal conditions. |
| Conditions to avoid | None, if used according to specifications. |
| Incompatible materials | Strong oxidizing agents, acids and alkali. |
| Hazardous decomposition | Products formed under fire conditions: carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), oxides of phosphorus, lithium oxides. |
11. Toxicological information
| Chemical Name | Oral LD50 | Dermal LD50 | Inhalation LC50 |
| Boric acid (H3BO3) | = 2660 mg/kg (Rat) = 3765 mg/kg | No data available (Rat) | >0.16mg/L(Rat) >=2120mg/m3(Rat) |
| Routes of Exposure |
| Acute toxicity | Data insufficient for classification |
| Irritation and corrosion | Data insufficient for classification |
| Sensitisation | Data insufficient for classification |
| Chronic exposure | Data insufficient for classification |
| Exposure Symptoms | Dermatitis |
| Potential Health Effects |
| Inhalation | May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. |
| Skin | May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. |
| Eyes | May cause eye irritation. |
| Ingestion | May be harmful if swallowed. |
| Target Organs | Liver, Kidney |
12. Ecological information
| Ecotoxicity | No information available. |
| Degradability | No information available. |
| Accumulation | No information available. |
| Mobility | No information available. |
13. Disposal considerations
| Waste treatment methods | Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations. |
14. Transport information
| ADR/RID/ICAO/IATA class | This substance is considered to be non-hazardous for transport. |
15. Regulatory information
| Labelling according to EU guidelines | This product is not subject to identification regulations under EU Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials. |
16. Other Information
| This information is based on available knowledge and shall be used only as a guide. All materials and mixtures may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. Bento Bioworks Ltd is not held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above mentioned products. References |